Art Competitions, Art Awards and Art Prizes.
Do you love entering Art Awards and Art Competitions? Calendar for Artists provides a listing in closing date order of Art Competitions, Art Awards, Art Prizes, Art Exhibitions, Art Festivals, Artist Residencies and other Artist Opportunities.
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Finding an art competition to enter is easy. You can find art competitions to enter – all in one place on this website. You may want to list art competitions and art exhibitions. Alternatively you may want to find an exhibition to go to.
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Mar 2026
11
Mar
The Gallipoli Art Prize
Prize money of $20,000 is awarded to the artist of the winning entry subject to the conditions below. The acquisition of the work and its copyright remain property of the Gallipoli Memorial Club Museum Fund.
30
Mar
BBA PHOTOGRAPHY PRIZE 2026
Anyone aged 18+ can apply – all genders and nationalities welcome.
All photographic mediums and techniques are accepted. All themes are welcome.
No restrictions on experience or background. Whether you are an established professional, an emerging talent, or a newcomer, everyone is encouraged to apply
30
Mar
True Blue Art Challenge 2026 | Ten Moir Gallery
Ten Moir Gallery invites artists and photographers worldwide (18+) to submit work where blue plays a meaningful role, whether it’s the subject, the mood, or the spark that ties the piece together. All styles and mediums are welcome.
31
Mar
True Blue Art Challenge 2026 | Ten Moir Gallery
Name of Competition: True Blue Art Challenge 2026 | Ten Moir Gallery Closing Date: 03/31/2026 Art Competition Details What does blue feel like in your [...]
Apr 2026
06
Apr
National Oil and Acrylic Painters Society 2026 Spring International Online Exhibition
The National Oil and Acrylic Painters Society invites artists worldwide 18 years of age and older working exclusively in oils and acrylic to apply to the 2026 International Online Exhibition.
11
Apr
14th World Digital Pathology and AI UCG Congress
On behalf of the Pathology Utilitarian Committee, we are delighted to invite you to the 14th World Digital Pathology and AI UCG Congress (14DPUCG2026), taking place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from April 09–11, 2026.
May 2026
01
May
The Doyles
The work will be judged based on
technical skill
a recognisable and relatable form and composition
individuality and creativity
that 'certain something' that makes you look twice, think about it, talk about it, or simply be amazed by the work
Judging will be done prior to exhibition opening, announced at Award Ceremony and published on this website.
03
May
Wollombi Valley Sculpture Festival 2026
KEY DATES FOR ARTISTS
30th March – Artist applications open
3rd May – Artist applications close
31st May – Finalists notified
12th September – Opening Night & Prizes
10
May
PRISMA ART PRIZE — ROME — 19th EDITION
Prisma Art Prize is an international platform dedicated to painting and two-dimensional works.
10
May
Sunshine Coast National Art Prize
Entrants must be 18+. One application only per artist.
Entries must be the original, unaided work of the entrant, executed within the two years prior to the entry closing date.
No AI generated artwork will be accepted.
12
May
$4,500 & $1,000 Artist Grants | Spring 2026
The Hopper Prize is accepting entries for Spring 2026 artist grants. For this open call, we have increased grant amounts to $4,500.
12
May
The Hopper Prize 2026
Any artist over the age of 18 is eligible to win The Hopper Prize. There are no restrictions on who can apply.
Jun 2026
01
Jun
2026 Camberwell Art Show
All entries must be “Artwork” defined as NEW ORIGINAL PAINTING OF THE EXHIBITOR. Original work excludes reproductions, or any works worked on by a tutor.
17
Jun
The Lester Prize 2026
Entry Fee: Early Bird fee $40.00 AUD (20% OFF) until 25 February 2026 thereafter $50.00 AUD (inclusive of GST) per portrait.
30
Jun
Bundanon Residency
Any Australian resident is eligible to apply. Preference is given to emerging and mid-career artists, to help develop their careers. Applicants must be able to be self-sufficient in being able to reach Bundanon, as well as self-cater.
Jul 2026
17
Jul
2026 Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize
The Prize seeks to inspire creatives from around the world to pursue a life and career in the arts, and to help careers grow through funding and increased exposure of their work to galleries, collectors and media globally.
17
Jul
2026 Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize
Entry fee is US$40 to cover administrative costs. If you have any questions about the Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize, please don’t hesitate to contact us at artprize@beautifulbizarre.net.
Aug 2026
02
Aug
The Paddington Art Prize 2026
A $10,000 ANNUAL NATIONAL NON-AQUISITIVE PRIZE is to be awarded to the
artist of the single winning entry for a 3D Free-Standing Sculpture inspired by the Australian Landscape