Are you building something at the frontier of open-source AI and creativity?
Artificial intelligence is transforming how creation happens. As open-source AI models and tools continue to grow, the boundaries of creators are becoming increasingly fluid. Developers, artists, researchers, and entrepreneurs are building, designing, and experimenting across roles. GOSIM Spotlight 2026: Frontier Creators is a platform for those pushing these boundaries. We welcome creations in any form — products, systems, code, research, prototypes, or artistic works built with open-source AI. Selected projects will be showcased live in Paris, France, on May 5–6, 2026.
Submission Guidelines
Frontier Creators Spotlight is an open call for creative projects exploring the intersection of open-source artificial intelligence and human creativity. We welcome submissions from artists, researchers, developers, designers, and interdisciplinary creators working with open-source AI technologies.
Accepted Categories
Hybrid and interdisciplinary works are also welcome.
Submission Requirements
Complete the online submission form with:
- Project information — title and short description
- The role of open-source AI in the creative process — how open-source AI participates and the contribution of the human creator
- A submission link to the project materials
Submit the final work itself along with supporting materials (description, images, demo video, or other documentation). Concept-only submissions without a completed work will not be considered.
- For physical installations, live performances, or software-based works, clear documentation of the final work may be submitted instead.
- Please ensure your link remains accessible until after the event.
Technical Format Requirements
Images / Visual Works
- Format: JPG or PNG
- Resolution: at least 1920px on the longer side
Video Works
- Format: MP4 (H.264 recommended)
- Resolution: 1920×1080 (Full HD) or 4K
- Aspect ratio: 16:9
- Preview duration: 2–5 minutes
Installation / Interactive / Software
- Visual documentation (images or video)
- Short project explanation
- Basic information about the work
3 Simple Steps to Participate in GOSIM Spotlight 2026
Submissions will be reviewed by an independent jury composed of experts from technology, research, art, and entrepreneurship.
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Apply
Tell us about what you are creating and the process behind it. We welcome submissions from all creators.
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Evaluation
Our panel of jury reviews the submissions, focusing on innovation, utility, and community impact.
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Selection
Selected works will be featured on the GOSIM Spotlight 2026 and promoted through our website, newsletter, and social media channels to reach a global audience. Among them, 15-20 creators will be invited to present their work in person at GOSIM Spotlight 2026: Frontier Creators on May 5-6, 2026.
Timeline
March 10, 2026
Applications open
April 10, 2026
Applications close
April 15, 2026
Candidates announced
May 5-6, 2026
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