Visual Arts

Description The RSA John Kinross Scholarships offer £3,000 to final-year and postgraduate artists and architects for a 6 to 12-week residency in Florence. The program allows participants to research, develop their practice, explore Florence’s rich artistic and architectural heritage, and document their experience. Eligibility Artists: Honours or postgraduate students at Gray’s School of Art (Aberdeen), Duncan of Jordanstone […]

Description Hiii Illustration is an international competition recognizing outstanding illustration works. Open to illustrators, agencies, publishers, teachers, and students worldwide, it accepts works created or published between April 2022 and April 2025. AI-generated or modified works are not eligible. Eligibility Open to entrants from any country. Eligible works: Created or published from April 2022 to […]

Brief Description: The Sobey Art Award is one of the most prestigious privately funded prizes for contemporary visual artists in the world. It recognizes and supports Canadian artists at all career stages. Information and Application Details: Total Prize Fund: $465,000 Winner Prize: $100,000 Shortlisted Artists: $25,000 each Longlisted Artists: $10,000 each Exhibition: Six shortlisted artists […]

Brief Description The FBZ Art Award, established in 2018 by the Research and Treatment Centre for Mental Health (FBZ) at Ruhr University Bochum, is an annual prize recognizing outstanding artworks related to mental health. With a prize of up to €10,000, the award seeks to integrate art into the therapeutic environment, fostering a destigmatizing dialogue […]

Brief Description The Portrait Artist of the Year is a televised art competition offering artists the chance to win a £10,000 commission for a major British institution and £500 worth of art materials from Cass Art. The competition is organized by Sky Arts and involves multiple rounds where artists create portraits under time constraints. Information […]

Brief Description: The Hanna Nagel Prize, established in 1998, supports female visual artists aged 40 and over in the Karlsruhe administrative district. It recognizes their artistic achievements and honors Hanna Nagel, a key figure of the “New Objectivity” movement. The award includes a cash prize, an exhibition, and a catalog publication. Information and Application Details: […]

Brief Description The BRAZZA Art Residency is a creative retreat for painters, writers, dancers, visual artists, and photographers. Hosted by “Les rencontres de Brazza,” it provides opportunities to engage in community art projects such as photo workshops, multidisciplinary exhibitions, theatrical performances, and experimental cinema residencies. Information and Application Details Residency Duration: Between June and August […]

ArtAscent invites artists and writers to explore the concept of “RESOLUTIONS” in creative ways—whether personal, societal, or abstract. This theme is open to varied interpretations, encouraging unique artistic and literary expressions.   Information and Application Details: Deadline: February 28, 2025. Application Process: Complete the online application form. Submit the appropriate fee via PayPal (details below). […]

Brief Description: Warimono Gallery invites visual artists to submit works for Dispatch, an online exhibition exploring themes of communication, transmission, and messaging. The exhibition runs from April 1 to May 31, 2025, showcasing artworks that reflect on how ideas travel, evolve, or get lost across time and space. Information and Application Details: Organizer: Warimono Gallery […]