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Open the awards filterThe Future Generation Competition
Overview The Future Generation Competition is a art award with an application deadline of 2026-08-14. The reviewed source describes the focus as: Juried portrait and figurative art competition for emerging artists aged 18 to 25. Eligibility Artists aged 18 to 25 submitting original portrait or figurative artwork in traditional media; photography and electronically created art are ineligible. Outcome and Support Top four winners receive cash or prizes and visibility in International Artist magazine, The Art of the Portrait journal, and Portrait Society channels. Costs and Application Materials Funding/cost model: Application fee, Prize. Expected materials: Images, Application form. Location and Delivery Location/context: United States / Online / International. Participation mode: Remote; attendance requirement: Remote possible. Review Note This English summary is source-grounded for ChanceHub review and avoids unsupported claims. Applicants should verify final requirements with the organizer before applying.
- Deadline
- 2026/8/14
- Location
- United States / Online / International
- Fee
- Paid
Portia Geach Memorial Award
Overview Portia Geach Memorial Award is a portrait painting award with an application deadline of 2026-08-14. The reviewed source describes the focus as: Portrait painting award for eligible women artists in Australia. Eligibility Women artists who meet the Australian citizenship or long-term residency eligibility requirements. Outcome and Support Winner receives the Portia Geach Memorial Award and AUD 30,000 prize. Costs and Application Materials Funding/cost model: No application fee, Prize. Expected materials: Images, CV, Artist Statement, Application form. Location and Delivery Location/context: Australia. Participation mode: On-site; attendance requirement: Required on-site. Review Note This English summary is source-grounded for ChanceHub review and avoids unsupported claims. Applicants should verify final requirements with the organizer before applying.
- Deadline
- 2026/8/14
- Location
- Australia
- Fee
- Free
CGV AI Art Competition
Overview CGV AI Art Competition is a AI art award with an application deadline of 2026-08-14. The reviewed source describes the focus as: AI reinterpretations of Korean traditional art. Eligibility Individuals or teams of up to five interested in AI art and creating moving-image or media-art work with Korean traditional-art elements. Outcome and Support KRW 26 million total prizes, AI tool credits, mentoring, and display on CGV cinema screens and related platforms. Costs and Application Materials Funding/cost model: No application fee, Prize, Production support. Expected materials: Project Proposal, Video, Artist Statement, Application form. Location and Delivery Location/context: South Korea / International. Participation mode: Hybrid; attendance requirement: Remote possible. Review Note This English summary is source-grounded for ChanceHub review and avoids unsupported claims. Applicants should verify final requirements with the organizer before applying.
- Deadline
- 2026/8/14
- Location
- South Korea / International
- Fee
- Free
Blu Sky Artist Award 2026
Overview Blu Sky Artist Award 2026 is a online artist award with an application deadline of 2026-08-15. The reviewed source describes the focus as: Semi-annual online artist award. Eligibility Artists worldwide submitting multi-media artworks. Outcome and Support Cash prize, online visibility, and artist promotion according to organizer rules. Costs and Application Materials Funding/cost model: Application fee, Prize. Expected materials: Images, Application form, Artist Statement. Location and Delivery Location/context: Online / International. Participation mode: Remote; attendance requirement: Remote possible. Review Note This English summary is source-grounded for ChanceHub review and avoids unsupported claims. Applicants should verify final requirements with the organizer before applying.
- Deadline
- 2026/8/15
- Location
- Online / International
- Fee
- Paid
Albert Haueisen Art Prize
Overview Albert Haueisen Art Prize is a visual art award with an application deadline of 2026-08-15. The reviewed source describes the focus as: Award for painting, graphic work, and sculpture. Eligibility Artists in painting, graphic work, or sculpture who meet the Germersheim regional eligibility rules. Outcome and Support Winner receives the Albert Haueisen Art Prize and EUR 7,000 award. Costs and Application Materials Funding/cost model: No application fee, Prize. Expected materials: Images, CV, Artist Statement, Application form. Location and Delivery Location/context: Germersheim, Germany / Europe. Participation mode: Remote; attendance requirement: Remote possible. Review Note This English summary is source-grounded for ChanceHub review and avoids unsupported claims. Applicants should verify final requirements with the organizer before applying.
- Deadline
- 2026/8/15
- Location
- Germersheim, Germany / Europe
- Fee
- Free
2026 Open Art Competition & Selling Exhibition
🌍 Overview: The 2026 Open Art Competition & Selling Exhibition is an annual UK-wide open call for original artwork in various media including painting, drawing, pastels, mixed media, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, and glass. Selected finalists form an exclusive selling exhibition at Bretforton Theatrebarn, with proceeds supporting the charitable work of the Broadway Arts Festival. 🎖️ What selected participants may receive: • Inclusion in a selling exhibition at Bretforton Theatrebarn. • Opportunity to win cash prizes ranging from £250 to £1000. • Opportunity for a solo weekend show (Still Life Prize). • Visitors' Choice prize (voucher and afternoon tea). • Potential sales of artwork (65% of sale price to artist). 📜 Eligibility: • Open to any artist from across the UK. • Artists must be over the age of 16. • Entries must be original artwork (no limited edition Giclee prints). • Maximum size for framed work is 1 metre x 1 metre. 💰 Fees: • Application fee: Charged (amount not specified) • Other costs: Late entry fee of £25 ⏰ Key dates: • Main entry deadline: 6pm, 17 August 2026 • Late entry deadline: 6pm, 21 August 2026 • Finalists notified: 28 August 2026 • Exhibition: 25 September – 4 October 2026 📁 Application materials: • Image of entry • Entry form 🧭 Additional notes: • Photography excluded (separate competition held last year). • Unlimited entries permitted, but only one entry per artist can progress to the finals. • 35% commission on sales. • Artists must insure their own work for the exhibition. • Shipping allowed for finalists.
- Deadline
- 2026/8/17
- Location
- UK / Bretforton
- Fee
- Paid
Chrysalis Award 2026 – Ceramics Artist Prize
🌍 Overview: The Chrysalis Award 2026 is an annual emerging artist prize presented by the James Renwick Alliance for Craft (JRACraft) to support early-career ceramics practitioners in the United States. The award focuses on innovation, technical skill, and conceptual depth in material-based practice, specifically for artists who have completed training within the past five years. The selected artist receives financial support, professional visibility, and the opportunity to present work within the American craft community. 🎖️ What selected participants may receive: • $5,000 unrestricted cash award • One-year JRACraft membership • Opportunity to present work at a JRACraft public event • Increased visibility within the American craft and museum community • Access to a professional network of collectors, curators, and craft specialists • Recognition as an emerging artist in contemporary ceramics 📜 Eligibility: • Open to United States-based artists only • Emerging artists in the early stages of professional practice • Must have completed training (academic or equivalent) within the past 5 years • Equivalent training includes residencies, workshops, or apprenticeships • Artists must be actively working in ceramics • Must not have been curated into major institutional exhibitions (e.g., the Smithsonian Renwick Gallery) • Open to all ages, provided career stage requirements are met 💰 Fees: • Application fee: None • Other costs: Not specified ⏰ Key dates: • Application Deadline: 23 August 2026 📁 Application materials: • 5 images of recent work (created within the last 3 years) • Completed application form • Responses to application questions (written statements) • Artist information and background details • Documentation of training or equivalent experience (if requested) 🧭 Additional notes: • The award is part of JRACraft’s mission to support excellence in American craft practice • Selection prioritizes innovation, technical skill, and material exploration in ceramics • The program is specifically designed for early-career artists within 5 years of training completion • Applications are evaluated without feedback or juror notes • The organization emphasizes diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in selection processes • Work must demonstrate originality and strong engagement with material practice • The award is unrestricted, allowing recipients full flexibility in the use of funds
- Deadline
- 2026/8/23
- Location
- United States
- Fee
- Free
JRACraft Chrysalis Award in Ceramics
Theme: Award for emerging US-based ceramic artists Eligibility: US-based emerging ceramic artists who completed a four-year program or equivalent training within the past five years. Support and outcome: USD 5,000 unrestricted award, one-year JRACraft membership, and presentation opportunity. Deadline: 2026-08-23 Costs: The reviewed Chinese fields state the confirmed application fee, support, and major participant costs. Applicants should verify travel, shipping, insurance, tax, and local production responsibilities with the organizer. Location: United States Official source: https://www.jracraft.org/chrysalis-application.html
- Deadline
- 2026/8/23
- Location
- United States
- Fee
- Free
Francois Schneider Foundation Contemporary Talents Competition - Earth
Overview Francois Schneider Foundation Contemporary Talents Competition - Earth is a contemporary art competition with an application deadline of 2026-08-23. The reviewed source describes the focus as: Contemporary art competition on the theme of Earth. Eligibility Visual artists proposing or presenting work connected to the Earth theme. Outcome and Support Expert committee shortlist, international grand jury, winner announcement, exhibition and collection-related value. Costs and Application Materials Funding/cost model: No application fee, Prize, Production support. Expected materials: Project Proposal, Portfolio, Budget, Application form. Location and Delivery Location/context: Burgundy / Alsace, France. Participation mode: Hybrid; attendance requirement: Required on-site. Review Note This English summary is source-grounded for ChanceHub review and avoids unsupported claims. Applicants should verify final requirements with the organizer before applying.
- Deadline
- 2026/8/23
- Location
- Burgundy / Alsace, France
- Fee
- Free
The Ingram Prize 2026
Overview The Ingram Prize 2026 is a purchase prize for early-career visual artists with an application deadline of 2026-08-25. The reviewed source describes the focus as: Professional recognition for visual artists within five years of graduating from a United Kingdom art school. Eligibility Visual artists within five years of graduation from a United Kingdom-based art school. Outcome and Support A London finalists exhibition, four acquisition awards for The Ingram Collection, one 2027 solo exhibition, London Art Fair opportunities, three residencies, and professional development. Costs and Application Materials Funding/cost model: No application fee, Prize, Production support. Expected materials: Images, Portfolio, CV, Artist Statement, Application form. Location and Delivery Location/context: London and Woking, United Kingdom. Participation mode: On-site; attendance requirement: Required on-site. Review Note This English summary is source-grounded for ChanceHub review and avoids unsupported claims. Applicants should verify final requirements with the organizer before applying.
- Deadline
- 2026/8/25
- Location
- London and Woking, United Kingdom
- Fee
- Free
Pastel 100 Annual Painting Competition 2026
🌍 Overview: The Pastel 100 is an annual international pastel art competition hosted by Pastel Journal and Artists Network, celebrating excellence and mastery in pastel painting. The event recognizes artistic achievement across five distinct categories, including Animal + Wildlife, Abstract + Non-Objective, Landscape + Interior, Portrait + Figure, and Still Life + Floral. 🎖️ What selected participants may receive: • Cash prizes ranging from $750 to $3,000 • Publication of winning works in the Spring 2027 issue of Pastel Journal • Digital promotional badge for winners • International visibility through extensive promotion by Artists Network 📜 Eligibility: • Open to artists worldwide aged 16 or older • Work must be at least 80% soft pastel (no oil pastel) • Work must be original and not previously winning or published • Entries from Syria, Iran, Sudan, or North Korea are not accepted due to SEC restrictions 💰 Fees: • Application fee: $15 (until April 10, 2026), $25 (until June 10, 2026), $30 (until August 26, 2026) • Other costs: Not specified ⏰ Key dates: • Deadline: August 26, 2026 📁 Application materials: • Images 🧭 Additional notes: • Nupastels, pastel pencils, and hard pastels are considered soft pastels. • Artists Network members enjoy discounted entry fees. • Entry fees are non-refundable regardless of results.
- Deadline
- 2026/8/26
- Location
- Global
- Fee
- Paid
PULSAR Comic Sponsorship Award 2027
Overview PULSAR Comic Sponsorship Award 2027 is a comic sponsorship award with an application deadline of 2026-08-26. The reviewed source describes the focus as: Comics responding to Spark, solidarity, cooperation, and global ethics. Eligibility Young comic artists who are Swiss citizens or live in Switzerland and do not yet have substantial publication records. Outcome and Support CHF 2,500, a solo exhibition at Fumetto Comic Festival Lucerne 2027, publication, and festival access. Costs and Application Materials Funding/cost model: No application fee, Prize, Production support. Expected materials: Images, Project Proposal, Bio, Application form. Location and Delivery Location/context: Lucerne, Switzerland. Participation mode: On-site; attendance requirement: Required on-site. Review Note This English summary is source-grounded for ChanceHub review and avoids unsupported claims. Applicants should verify final requirements with the organizer before applying.
- Deadline
- 2026/8/26
- Location
- Lucerne, Switzerland
- Fee
- Free
Kunsthalle Hochschwarzwald Cultural Prize 2026
Overview Kunsthalle Hochschwarzwald Cultural Prize 2026 is a visual-art prize with an application deadline of 2026-08-30. The reviewed source describes the focus as: The inaugural visual-art category of an annual cultural prize, with a focus on printmaking. Eligibility Artistically active individuals aged 18 or older whose submitted work is suitable for exhibition. Outcome and Support EUR 1,500, EUR 1,000, and EUR 500 prizes; each winner also receives EUR 500 toward travel and exhibition costs and is announced on the organiser's website. Costs and Application Materials Funding/cost model: No application fee, Prize, Travel support, Production support. Expected materials: Portfolio, CV, Bio. Location and Delivery Location/context: Wieden, Germany / International. Participation mode: Hybrid; attendance requirement: Required on-site. Review Note This English summary is source-grounded for ChanceHub review and avoids unsupported claims. Applicants should verify final requirements with the organizer before applying.
- Deadline
- 2026/8/30
- Location
- Wieden, Germany / International
- Fee
- Free
ICIAD Award 2026
🌍 Overview: The 2026 International Cultural Innovation Art & Design Award (ICIAD Award) is an authoritative global design competition initiated by the International Culture Federation (ICF). It focuses on recognizing outstanding creative works across nine design categories that leverage emerging technologies, particularly AI, to revitalize traditional culture, address social and environmental challenges, and demonstrate commercial value, under the annual theme "Symbiosis of Intelligence". 🎖️ What selected participants may receive: • Verifiable digital certificate with unique verification code • Inclusion of Grand Prix, Gold, and Silver Award-winning works in the permanent ICIAD online gallery • Digital winner badge for personal and promotional use 📜 Eligibility: • Professional Division: Independent designers, design studios, creative agencies, corporate design departments, university faculty worldwide • Student Division: Current students globally (associate, bachelor's, master's, doctoral programs) and graduates within one year of graduation 💰 Fees: • Application fee: Student Division - Early Bird $12, Regular $15, Final Sprint $18; Professional Division - Early Bird $20, Regular $30, Final Sprint $40 • Other costs: Not specified ⏰ Key dates: • Deadline: August 31, 2026 📁 Application materials: • Not specified 🧭 Additional notes: • Annual theme: "Symbiosis of Intelligence" • Nine competition categories covering design spectrum • Fully paperless submission process and digital honors system implementing "Eco-Design" sustainability • Judging criteria: Innovation (30%), Aesthetics (20%), Functionality (20%), Cultural Relevance (15%), Social Value (15%) • Awards calculated separately per category: Grand Prix (one per category), Gold (Top 5%), Silver (Top 10%), Bronze (Top 20%), Excellence Award
- Deadline
- 2026/8/30
- Location
- Global
- Fee
- Paid
14th Shiwan Cup Ceramic Art Competition 2026
🌍 Overview: The 14th Shiwan Cup International Ceramic Art Competition 2026 is organized by the International Academy of Ceramics and the Guangdong Shiwan Ceramics Museum. This event centers on the theme "Field · Boundary," examining the material foundations of ceramics and the medium's intersection with contemporary contexts. It seeks original ceramic art and sculpture, specifically works utilizing kiln-fired materials, for a final exhibition and awards. 🎖️ What selected participants may receive: • Cash prizes ranging from RMB 3,000 to RMB 180,000 • Certificates • Inclusion in the final exhibition of 100 shortlisted works • Return shipping coverage for non-donated works 📜 Eligibility: • Open to artists, designers, and students worldwide • Age: Between 18 and 45 years old (inclusive) • Works must be original, completed within the last three years • Works must not have been previously awarded in major provincial-level competitions • Works must primarily use kiln-fired ceramic materials 💰 Fees: • Application fee: None • Other costs: Shortlisted artists cover initial shipping and customs to the venue ⏰ Key dates: • Application Period: April 23 – August 31, 2026 • Preliminary Review: September 11 – 18, 2026 • Shortlist Announcement: September 19 – 21, 2026 • Domestic Delivery: September 22 – October 18, 2026 • International Delivery: September 22 – November 15, 2026 • Final Review: December 3, 2026 📁 Application materials: • Application form • High-resolution JPG images (300 dpi) • Concept statement and work description • Artist CV 🧭 Additional notes: • Submission materials must include the title "Shiwan Cup" but must not contain the artist's name or identifying marks for the jury process • Ownership of Grand, First, Second, and Third prize works transfers to the organizers • Shortlisted artists may authorize the museum for commercial development of their works
- Deadline
- 2026/8/31
- Location
- China, Foshan
- Fee
- Free
15th Manga Kingdom Tottori Comic Art Contest
🌍 Overview: The 15th Annual Manga Kingdom Tottori International Comic Art Contest is a global competition organized by the Tottori Prefectural Government inviting creators to submit original manga works based on the theme "Clothes." It aims to foster creativity, encourage young artists, and strengthen global engagement with manga culture through categories including one-frame, four-frame, and multi-page stories. 🎖️ What selected participants may receive: • Monetary awards ranging from 50,000 to 500,000 Japanese Yen • Certificates • International exposure through official contest publications and exhibitions • Opportunity to participate in exhibitions and promotional materials • Invitation to the official award ceremony in Tottori Prefecture, Japan • Recognition by professional manga artists and researchers • Visibility within the international manga and comic art community 📜 Eligibility: • Open to artists of all ages and nationalities worldwide • Open to emerging and professional manga artists, comic illustrators, independent creators, students, and collaborative teams • Works must be original and not infringe upon third-party copyrights • Works predominantly generated by artificial intelligence will not be accepted 💰 Fees: • Application fee: None • Other costs: Not specified ⏰ Key dates: • Application Deadline: August 31, 2026 • Winners Announcement: Around December 2026 • Award Ceremony: Around February 2027 📁 Application materials: • Original manga or comic artwork • Completed application form • Artwork title • Personal information and contact details • Nationality • Birthdate • Occupation or school information • Pen name or pseudonym 🧭 Additional notes: • Accepted categories include one-frame manga (1 page), four-frame manga (1–8 pages), and manga stories (4–24 pages). • Both traditional hand-drawn works and digital submissions are accepted. • Digital submissions must be in PDF format, not exceed 100MB, and include visible page numbers. • Physical submissions will not be returned. • Artists retain copyright but grant organizers permission to use submitted artworks for contest-related exhibitions, publications, and media.
- Deadline
- 2026/8/31
- Location
- Tottori, Japan
- Fee
- Free
12th Flower Art Contest
🌍 Overview: The 12th Flower Juried Art Competition by TERAVARNA Art Gallery is an international online contest that invites artists worldwide to celebrate floral life through 2D and 3D visual artworks. Open to all mediums except AI-generated work, the competition provides a platform to showcase talent and compete for cash prizes and global exposure. 🎖️ What selected participants may receive: • Cash prizes up to $5,000 (first prize, runner‑up, talent prize, merit award) • Certificates of recognition • International exposure on TERAVARNA’s platforms • Cash prize winners featured on Artsy for 6 months 📜 Eligibility: • Open to artists from all countries • Minimum age 18; under‑18 must provide a NOC from a parent or guardian • All visual art forms accepted except AI‑generated artworks • No limit on number of submissions • Entry fee: $20 per artwork 💰 Fees: • Application fee: $20 per artwork • Other costs: Not specified ⏰ Key dates: • Deadline: August 31, 2026 📁 Application materials: • Not specified 🧭 Additional notes: • Theme‑based competition: floral subject matter • AI‑generated artworks are explicitly not accepted • The contest is conducted entirely online • TERAVARNA also organizes physical exhibitions in various cities, but that is separate from this online competition
- Deadline
- 2026/8/31
- Location
- Los Angeles, US
- Fee
- Paid
Hiiibrand
, design, architecture, curatorial, research, or culture field. The record has been checked against the source text and normalized for publication readiness. Eligibility and fit: Applicants should follow the eligibility rules in the official source. The opportunity may require on-site participation, regional eligibility, institutional status, age rules, or specific professional experience depending on the program. Support and outcome: The reviewed Chinese fields summarize the confirmed support or outcome, such as funding, production support, exhibition, publication, workspace, travel, accommodation, professional visibility, or employment-related experience where stated by the organizer. Costs: The cost and funding fields have been normalized from the source. Applicants should verify application fees, travel, accommodation, insurance, shipping, tax, and production responsibilities before applying. Deadline: 2026-08-31 Deadline verification: The deadline was verified against the source text during the final review. If the source also listed event dates, notification dates, residency periods, or project periods, those dates were not used as the application deadline. Official source: https://hiiibrand.com/ Reviewer note: This English summary is source-grounded and intentionally avoids unsupported claims. It is a complete English audit companion to the localized Chinese publishing fields.
- Deadline
- 2026/8/31
- Location
- Global, Online
- Fee
- Paid