Visual Arts
Organizer Information The Macro Project is an independent contemporary art initiative focused on supporting emerging and mid-career artists through experimental programming, exhibitions, and open calls. The platform operates internationally and is known for its interest in critical discourse, conceptual practices, and socially engaged art. By creating opportunities that bridge digital and physical spaces, The Macro […]
Organizer Information: Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs. An organization that uses art as a tool for research, discovery, and empowerment, contributing to the largest youth environmental arts collection in the world. Title & Description: Applications are open for the 2026 Ocean Awareness Contest. The 2026 Theme is “Your Story, Our Ocean: How Our Ocean Sustains, […]
Organizer Information Medalta — Historic Clay District is a renowned creative hub located in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada. Operated by the Friends of Medalta Society, Medalta preserves one of Canada’s most significant clay production sites while fostering contemporary ceramic arts practice, community engagement, and arts education. The organization hosts artists from all over the world […]
Organizer Information VARES is an experimental cultural platform based in Valga, Estonia, dedicated to interdisciplinary collaborations in art, architecture, and community-based projects. The organization fosters creative exploration that blends practical skills, performative practices, and participatory design. Through residencies, workshops, and collaborative initiatives, VARES encourages dialogue between creators and the local community, emphasizing sustainable and innovative […]
Organizer Information Utrecht University (UU), in collaboration with the Critical Pathways and Towards a Circular Economy and Society communities, fosters interdisciplinary research and creative projects addressing sustainability, social justice, and ecological innovation. UU supports individuals across academic and non-academic backgrounds, emphasizing inclusion, experimentation, and the exploration of underrepresented perspectives. Title & Description Making Visible the […]
Organizer Information The TechnologieRegion Karlsruhe (TRK) is a cross-border regional network located in southwestern Germany and northeastern France, encompassing cities such as Karlsruhe, Strasbourg, and surrounding areas. The organization promotes innovation, collaboration, and sustainable development across technology, science, and culture. Through initiatives like the “Peter Weibel” Art Prize, TRK actively supports contemporary artistic practices that […]
Organizer Information: The Hopper Prize. A grant-making institution and digital archiving platform established to provide grants, visibility, and career-enhancing validation to artists who demonstrate a serious commitment to their work. Title & Description: Applications are open for The Hopper Prize – Spring 2026. This bi-annual open call provides unrestricted cash grants to artists around the […]
Organizer Information: Too Marker Products Inc. The COPIC AWARD is a competition that connects Copic fans from around the world to inspire each other, share diverse artworks, and enjoy a collective creative experience. Title & Description: Applications are open for the COPIC AWARD 2026. This competition provides an opportunity to share diverse artworks created using […]
Organizer Information: Taiwan International Contemporary Artist Association, in co-organization with GP Deva Frontier Art (Operator of X-Power Gallery). The competition partners with Art Revolution Taipei (A.R.T.) to promote individual artists to the Asian and international markets. Title & Description: Applications are open for the International Artist Grand Prize Competition (I.A.G.P.C.) 2026. Recognized as one of […]