International
Organizer Information Belfast Photo Festival is a leading non-profit organization and registered charity in Northern Ireland. Described by Capture Magazine as “one of the best photography festivals in the world,” it serves as the largest annual festival of photography in the UK and Ireland. The organization is dedicated to celebrating the visual arts, supporting early-career […]
Brief Description The Art In The Pearl Fine Arts & Crafts Festival is an annual event held in Portland, Oregon, over Labor Day weekend (August 30 – September 1, 2025). The festival showcases 130 exceptional visual artists selected through a rigorous jury process. It includes an Emerging Artist Program aimed at regional artists in the […]
Brief Description The Draper Grand Prize Competition is a prestigious international contest celebrating excellence in portraiture and figurative art. Open to all artists, it encourages diverse mediums in painting, drawing, and sculpture. Finalists will exhibit their original works and attend The Art of the Portrait conference in Washington, D.C. in May 2025, where over $160,000 […]
The Holcim Foundation Awards is the world’s most prestigious competition for sustainable design, offering a total prize pool of USD 1 million. The competition is free to enter and seeks client-supported projects at the late design phase or under construction (but not completed before February 11, 2025). Information & Application Details: Competition Opens: October […]
Brief Description The Anderson Ranch Artists-in-Residence Program provides emerging and established visual artists with time, space, and facilities to advance their creative practice. Residents engage in interdisciplinary projects, interact with fellow artists, and receive feedback from visiting artists and critics. The program supports risk-taking and exploration of new ideas. Information & Application Details Program Duration: […]
The Art of Piano 2025 program at Banff Centre offers 20 advanced pianists a unique opportunity to work closely with world-class faculty, participate in masterclasses, and engage with peers in an inspiring setting within the Canadian Rockies. The program helps participants refine their artistic vision, build confidence, and advance their careers. Program Details: Application […]
Overview The Delphian Open Call is an international competition designed to showcase emerging talent in printable art forms. Selected winners will be featured in a group exhibition in London, with the first-prize winner receiving a solo exhibition with Delphian Gallery in 2025. Key Details Eligibility: Open to international artists Mediums Accepted: Painting, photography, collage, illustration, […]
SINOPIA offers a residency program for artists in Greece, providing accommodation and studio access for short stays (minimum one week). The program is designed for small groups (2 to 4 artists) and includes cultural excursions. Information & Application Details: Residency Periods: P1 (Summer 2025): June – October (Deadline: March 31, 2025) P2 (Winter 2025-2026): […]
PHOTO 2026 International Festival of Photography invites emerging, mid-career, and established artists worldwide to showcase their work as large-scale outdoor public artworks in Melbourne. Selected artists will have their work exhibited on building facades and freestanding frames, transforming the city’s streets into an open-air gallery. The festival is a leading global platform for contemporary photography. […]