
CONTESTS
It’s showtime.
There are so many contests and not enough time. However, we have combed through some sites for you to choose from, some are quite extensive and others short and sweet. These contests are a great way to get your artwork out there, near and far, some come with cash prizes.
*Note: Yes, you may come across some below that also can be found in the Grant Section, these contests can be used to either receive a prize or grant. Not all contests are alike and some contests have fees in order to compete. Make sure you read through the criteria carefully to see which one is the right fit for you. Also, be mindful of the entry deadlines, some may have passed, but will start again in the next year. Best of luck to all!
Domestic & International Contests
CaFE – Call for Entry
This site houses ALL domestic calls for art, contests, public art, etc. Please read each contests’ criteria and deadlines prior to entering. Best of luck!
Manifest Artist Opportunity
Artists of painting mediums
Pelham Art Center
Artists of painting mediums
Acrylic Works
Acrylic artists reside in the US and Canada.
Annual Photography Award
Artists of photography
Artadia Award (Major cities in U.S.)
Artists of all mediums
Art Maze Magazine
Online Magazine for art. All artists of all mediums can apply.
Artist Grant
Artists of all mediums
Artists Network Competition
Artists worldwide working in traditional mediums
Association of Illustrations
Illustrators worldwide
Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize
Visual artists worldwide
Brea Gallery – Call for Entry
Artist of all mediums
Future Generation Art Prize
Artists worldwide (ages 18-35) only
Hopper Prize
Artists of all mediums
Jerry's Artarama Online Art Contests
Artists based in US only
The Lilian Orlowsky and William Freed Grant
Artists of painting mediums
The Lumen Prize – Digital Art
Digital artists worldwide
Pleinair Salon
Artists of painting mediums
Society of Illustrators Annual Competition
Illustrators worldwide
The Sunny Art Prize
Artists worldwide (ages 18+) only
3D/Animation/Gaming Competitions
Global Game Jam
World's Largest Game Creation Event – Domestic
Unreal Engine’s Epic MegaJam
Gaming Development – Happens Annually