Competition
Posterheroes Contest
Short Description: The contest is organized by Associazione Culturale Plug based in Italy. ” Posterheroes is an international contest about social communication that calls for posters (70×100 cm) about social and environmental issues. “Seeds of Kindness – A Call to Design Empathy” is the theme of this year’s open call. Posterheroes 2025 invites designers, artists, and visual storytellers to explore the […]
SPIE International Day of Light Photo Contest
Short Description: The SPIE International Day of Light Photo Contest is held annually to raise awareness about the International Day of Light and to demonstrate the impact that light has on cultural, economic, and societal aspects of our world. Amateur and professional photographers alike are encouraged to submit photos for a chance to win cash […]
ArtPrize Open Call
Short Description ArtPrize is an international art competition and cultural event held annually in Grand Rapids, MI. It is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that funds its operating budget, including over $600,000 in prizes and grants, through corporate giving, governmental support, foundations, and individual contributions. ArtPrize is presented in partnership with the City of Grand Rapids, […]
Bold and Talented Programme, Fotofestival Lenzburg
Short Description: “Bold and Talented” Programme! Four young curators will be selected by the Curatorial Team of the Festival to realise an exhibition of photographic works in the main line-up of the 7. edition of Fotofestival Lenzburg (end of May 2026). The curators will receive mentorship, workshops from industry experts, and a grant of 500 […]
Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts
Short Description The Canada Council is committed to equity and inclusion, and encourages applications and nominations from individuals, groups and organizations from culturally diverse, Deaf, disability and official language minority communities. The Canada Council is committed to reaffirming and revitalizing its relationship with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada. Measures are in place […]
Aschaffenburg Art Prize
Short Description In 2026, the Kunsthalle Jesuitenkirche celebrates its 50th anniversary – half a century marked by artistic innovation, cultural exchange and constant development as an important institution of the city. In the context of the anniversary, the theme of “steps” is to be understood as a metaphor for the continuous development of the Kunsthalle. […]
Retail Design Institute: International Design Competition
Short Description Contract design firms, in-house retailer design teams, general contractors, allied trades, fixture manufacturers, and material suppliers* from around the globe are invited to submit projects covering all retail formats. The competition celebrates exceptional retail experiences ranging from full-line traditional department stores to specialty apparel stores and restaurants to kiosks and pop-up shops. Eligibility […]
Black and White Photo Awards
Short Description The Black and White Photo Awards 2025 is one more step on the road to bringing bigger prizes to this international photo contest. And we will achieve this by bringing together some of the best photographers in the world. All of them, professionals and amateurs, sharing their love for the art of the black […]
International Poster Biennial Lublin
Short Description The International Poster Biennial in Lublin is an event of exceptional significance for the world of visual arts, which has successfully promoted contemporary poster art for years. We focus on discovering new directions and trends in graphic design whilst celebrating the diversity of forms and means of expression characteristic of contemporary posters. The […]