Short Description
Art Labs is a US-based dynamic platform dedicated to celebrating and advancing visual arts in all its forms. We believe in the power of art to transform perspectives, challenge conventions, and create meaningful connections across cultures and communities. Our mission is to provide artists with opportunities to showcase their work, connect with peers, and receive recognition for their creative excellence.
Eligibility
This competition is open to visual artists of all ages and nationalities working in any artistic medium. All submissions will be reviewed individually by our distinguished panel of judges without regard for age, nationality, gender, or artistic style. Artists may submit work to multiple categories, and there is no maximum number of submissions per category.
We welcome submissions across a wide spectrum of visual arts, including but not limited to:
- Traditional Art: painting, drawing, sculpture, etc.
- Digital Art: digital painting, illustration, 3D modeling, etc.
- Graphic Design: Logo, Poster, Brand Identity, Typography, UI/UX, etc.
- Animation & Motion Design
- Photography: Portrait, Landscape, Nature, Architecture, Street, Documentary, Abstract, Contemnporary, Conceptual, Commercial, Advertising, etc.
- Mixed Media & Experimental Works: Collage, Installation, Hybrid Art, etc.
- Functional Art: Fashion, Furniture, Jewelry, Product Design, Textile & Fiber, Wearable, etc.
- Best Portfolio/Series: Under the age of 21, over 21
How to Apply
Online Application
Program Benefits & Awards
Traditional Art Categories
Total prizes: $12,000
1. Traditional Art – Under 16 (born in or after 2009)
2. Traditional Art – Under 21 (born in or between 2004-2008)
3. Traditional Art – Over 21 (born in or before 2003)
Digital Art Categories
Total prizes: $30,000
4. Digital Painting & Illustration
5. Graphic Design
6. Animation/Motion Design
Photography Categories
Total prizes: $30,000
7. Portrait Photography
8. Landscape / Nature / Wildlife / Architecture Photography
9. Street / Documentary Photography
10. Contemporary / Abstract / Conceptual Photography
11. Commercial / Advertising Photography
Applied & Experimental Categories
Total prizes: $6,000
12. Mixed Media & Experimental
13. Functional Art
Portfolio Excellence
Total prizes: $20,000
14. Best Portfolio/Series – Under 21 (born in or after 2004)
15. Best Portfolio/Series – Over 21 (born in or before 2003)
Entry Fee
Categories 1-13:
1st work: $45
2nd work: $40
3rd work: $35
4th work: $30
5th work: $25
6th work: $20
Each work after 6th: $15
Example: $85 to submit two works.
Categories 14 and 15: Best portfolio/Series
1st series: $95
2nd series: $90
3rd series: $85
4th series: $80
5th series: $75
6th series: $70
Each series after 6th: $65
Example: $185 for two series.
Location
United States
Timeline
- Application Deadline: 25 July 2025
Website Link: https://www.labs.art/art-competition
