Award/Prize

transmediale e.V. invites applications for the position of festival curator for the 2026 edition. The curator will be responsible for developing the festival’s concept, theme, and program, focusing on the intersection of art, technology, science, society, and politics. The festival aims to foster critical reflection on art and digital culture, bringing together artists, researchers, and […]

The “Anomalous Mathematical Patterns” sci-art contest invites artists to explore the intersection of mathematics and art, focusing on concepts from the “Stochastic systems for anomalous diffusion” research program. The contest aims to showcase mathematical ideas through creative mediums and inspire collaborations between mathematicians and artists.   Information and Application Details: Location: Isaac Newton Institute (INI), […]

The Belfast Photo Festival is a globally recognized photography event held annually in Belfast, UK/Ireland. It provides opportunities for emerging and established photographers to showcase their work in exhibitions and gain significant international exposure. The festival is described as “One of the best photography festivals in the world” (Capture Magazine). The 2025 Open Submission invites […]

Description: The European Design Awards 2025 is one of the most prestigious awards recognizing excellence in communication design across Europe. The competition celebrates outstanding achievements in print, web, exhibition design, illustration, packaging, mobile apps, and motion graphics. Information & Application Details: – Deadline: February 21, 2025 – Results Announcement: Expected in 2025 (specific date TBA) – Entry […]

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 […]

Mark Tanner Sculpture Award 2025-26 – Open Call Brief Description The Mark Tanner Sculpture Award (MTSA) is the UK’s most significant award for emerging sculptors, offering financial support and a solo exhibition. The award aims to support outstanding and innovative sculptural practices, focusing on process and materials. Information & Application Details Application Deadline: Midnight, March 12, 2025 […]

Awarded for the best playwriting response on the theme of Fear.   Key dates: Applications open: 1st February 2025 Applications close: 1st April 2025 at 23:59 (UK time)   Prizes: First place: £3,000 Second place: £1,000 Third place: £1,000   Rules: Open to all nationalities. Applicants must be aged 18 or above at the time […]

APPLICATIONS OPENING SOON. We are proud to award two cash prizes to students who identify as refugees, asylum seekers, displaced persons or stateless persons. UN Refugee Agency This programme is being run in partnership with Bard College Berlin and the Open Societies University Network, and is a Global Compact on Refugees (GCR) approved pledge towards […]

Awarded for the best poetic response on the theme of Fear.   Key dates: Applications open: 1st February 2025 Applications close: 1st April 2025 at 23:59 (UK time)   Prizes: The winner and runners-up will receive cash prizes and will be invited to attend our annual symposium. First place: £3,000 Second place: £1,000 Third place: […]