YICCA 2026 – International Contest of Contemporary Art (Milan, Italy)

Organizer Information:

YICCA (Created and managed by Associazione A.p.s. Moho). A prestigious platform that seeks to serve as a launchpad for artists, affording them a unique opportunity to break into the international art scene and connect with critics, curators, and gallery owners.

Title & Description:

Applications are open for the YICCA International Art Contest 2026.

This global art competition welcomes both seasoned professionals and emerging talents to showcase their creative prowess. It provides a vibrant stage for an eclectic array of contemporary artistic expressions, elevating the profiles of 18 selected finalist artists through a physical exhibition in Milan, a dedicated advertising campaign, and a published catalogue.

Category:

Multidisciplinary (Includes drawings, paintings, sculptures, photographs, graphics, mixed media, video, installations, and performances).

Eligibility:

• Who: Open to all individual artists, groups of artists, and professionals from any country worldwide.
• Career Stage: Open to both seasoned professionals and emerging talents.
• Students: Students are highly encouraged to apply, as there is a dedicated prize category specifically for them.

Program Benefits & Awards:

• Cash Prizes:
  • First Prize: €3,000 EUR
  • Second Prize: €1,000 EUR
  • Third Prize: €500 EUR
  • Special Prize for Students: €1,000 EUR
• Exhibition: The 18 selected finalists will exhibit their artworks in Milan.
• Publication: Selected works will be published in the official “YICCA” exhibition catalogue, which will be distributed free of charge to finalists.
• Networking: Direct exposure to critics, curators, gallery owners, and public/private art institutions during the inauguration.

Application Fee & Program Costs:

Application Fee Tiers: The fee depends on the number of artworks submitted (maximum of 6):

• 1 Artwork: €50.00 EUR
• 2 Artworks: €80.00 EUR
• 3 Artworks: €110.00 EUR
• 4 Artworks: €130.00 EUR
• 5 Artworks: €145.00 EUR
• 6 Artworks: €160.00 EUR

How to Apply?

Complete the registration form available on the official YICCA website.

Key Dates:

• Application Deadline: May 7, 2026.
• Notification of Winning Artworks: May 27, 2026.

Location:

Milan, Italy.

Contact Information:

Website & Application Link: https://www.yicca.org