Organizer Information
The YICCA International Contest of Contemporary Art is organized by Associazione A.p.s. Moho (Italy). YICCA provides a global platform for contemporary artists to showcase their work, enhance visibility, and access international networks of critics, curators, gallery owners, and art institutions.
Title & Description
Open Call: YICCA 25/26 – International Contest of Contemporary Art
YICCA invites artists worldwide to participate in its 2025/2026 edition, a prestigious international competition aimed at elevating artistic careers through exposure, networking, and exhibition opportunities. Open to both professionals and emerging talents, the contest accepts a wide range of contemporary artistic expressions, from painting and sculpture to photography, video, installations, and performance. Selected finalists will exhibit their works in Venice, be featured in the official YICCA catalogue, and benefit from international visibility through a dedicated promotional campaign.
Category
Drawing | Painting | Sculpture | Photography | Graphics | Mixed Media | Video | Installation | Performance
Deadline
November 20, 2025
Key Dates
- November 20, 2025: Applications deadline
- December 9, 2025: Notification of winning artworks
Location
Final exhibition in Venice, Italy
Duration
Dates of final exhibition to be announced
Eligibility
- Open internationally to all artists and groups
- Students eligible (special student prize available)
- All forms of contemporary art accepted
Costs/Funding
- Entry fee applies (details available on official website)
Awards & Benefits
- First Prize: €3,000
- Second Prize: €1,000
- Third Prize: €500
- Special Prize for Students: €1,000
- 18 finalists will:
- Exhibit their work in Venice
- Gain international exposure through YICCA’s promotional campaign
- Be featured in the official YICCA catalogue (distributed at the exhibition)
- Build connections with curators, critics, gallery owners, and institutions
Expectations & Outcomes
- Participation in the final exhibition in Venice
- Inclusion in YICCA catalogue and international promotional campaign
Application Fee
Yes – details available on YICCA website
How to Apply
Submit via the official application form: www.yicca.org
Contact Information
- Website: www.yicca.org
- Email/Info: via official website
- Phone: +39 0432 1841347 (Mon–Fri, 10:00–16:00 CET)
