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

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