Organizer Information
Bodegas Terras Gauda, S.A. is a renowned Spanish winery specializing in Albariño wines. The competition honors Francisco Mantecón, the artist responsible for the winery’s corporate image. It is supported by the Galician Tourism Bureau, Port Authority of Vigo, and other regional cultural institutions, promoting both contemporary graphic design and Galician wine tourism.
Title & Description
International Poster Design Competition Terras Gauda – Francisco Mantecón 2026
This biennial competition invites designers and artists to submit original, unpublished posters. The artworks should reflect creativity and may focus on corporate aspects of Terras Gauda wines. Selected works are exhibited publicly and integrated into promotional campaigns for the winery. The competition combines high-level artistic standards with public visibility and tourism promotion.
Categories
- Graphic Design / Poster Art
- Illustration
- Photography (used in poster design)
- Digital and mixed media
Eligibility
- Open to international participants.
- Individuals (+18 years old) or corporate entities.
- A maximum of two works per participant.
Program Benefits & Awards
- Grand Prize: €10,000
- 1st Honorable Mention (Autoridad Portuaria Award): €2,000
- 2nd Honorable Mention: €2,000
- Special Mention: €2,000 (optional)
- Selected works become part of the digital archive and promotional campaigns of Terras Gauda.
- Public exhibition in the Port of Vigo and media coverage.
Application Fee
€15 per poster if printed via the competition’s service.
Application Requirements
- Poster must be unpublished, created with any pictorial, photographic, or computerized technique.
- Poster size: 50 x 70 cm, mounted on foam board.
- Include the competition ID number on the back, plus contact details (name, address, phone, email, and national ID).
- Company logo and product images are provided for incorporation.
How to Apply
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 10 April 2026
Location
Galicia, Spain
Additional Details
- The jury includes past winners, designers, and regional cultural authorities.
- All rights of winning works are transferred to Bodegas Terras Gauda for corporate use.
- Posters will be destroyed after the exhibition to prevent misuse.
- Participation as a finalist includes potential involvement in future promotional campaigns.