Artist Opportunities

FluxusMuseum Prize for Experimental Video is now in its third year. Over the duration of this year’s prize, €45,000 will be given to participants, with a portion used to support the development of their projects, a fee provided to selected artists for their participation in the exhibition, and the remainder awarded as prizes at the exhibition’s end.

Who can apply: Open to anyone who lives and works anywhere in the world. There are no age restrictions.

What you get: Selected proposals will be commissioned for screening to FMTV users at a fee of €100. 10 finalists will be commissioned €1000 to develop their work for the exhibition. The completed films will then be exhibited within the gallery space throughout summer 2026 and prize winners announced in September.

Deadline 16 January 2026

The Homiens Art Prize (£9,000 Awarded Annually): Entries close 11:59 p.m. ET Thursday, January 29, 2026. Open to all art forms and artists internationally. 3 Winners (3 x $1,000 USD) and 12 Finalists exhibit with Homiens, 200 artists Highly Commended. Winners receive optional Interview and Letter of Recommendation. All entrants may request a Certificate of Participation, and may also apply to our competitive, merit-based Meet the Artists initiative, and to become a Homiens Promoted Artist.

Who can apply: Open to all art forms and artists internationally. Artworks completed in any year are eligible, and there are no theme or size restrictions. Artists who enter retain full ownership of their submitted works and are free to exhibit or display them elsewhere at any time.

What you get: This round, 3 winning artists and 12 finalists will exhibit with Homiens as part of their seasonal exhibition program. Each winning artist receives $1,000 USD, may participate in an optional interview, and may request a letter of recommendation. Up to 200 artists per round are highly commended and celebrated across Homiens' media (including their website which receives 100,000+ annual visitors, and their extensive mailing list). Each entrant to the Homiens Art Prize may request a certificate of participation which can be used to contribute to a demonstration of professional participation in the art industry. All entrants may apply to participate in Homiens' Meet the Artists initiative, or to become a Homiens Promoted Artist. All entrants are considered for exhibition.

Entry fee: $30 USD

Deadline 29 January 2026

An annual award supporting UAE-based artists to propose and realise a publicly exhibited artwork inspired by the spirit of Christo and Jeanne-Claude. The winning work will be produced and exhibited across major public sites in Abu Dhabi.

Who can apply:
UAE residents who are current full-time university students or graduates within the last five years. Applicants must apply with the support and nomination of a mentor.

What you get:
USD 10,000 production budget and exhibition of the winning artwork at Abu Dhabi Art, NYU Abu Dhabi, and Umm El Emarat Park in November/December 2026.

Deadline 30 January 2026

The Artflow Prize is a biannual initiative designed to provide emerging artists with international exposure and opportunities to showcase their work. This prestigious award includes a £200 cash prize and aims to support promising new talent by facilitating collaborations with Artflow Studio and our partners, JustArt Collective,The Hechyeomoyeo, HelloArt, IOAEA (Insights of an Eco Artist). Our mission is to encourage artistic creation and reassure emerging artists that we are here to support them.

Eligibility: 18+, any medium, NO AI

What you get: £200 prize from Artflow Studio and A space for the winning artist to enter for free into one of the group shows with Artflow Studio ; An exclusive interview in The JustArt Newspaper Club publication; A space for the winning artist to enter for free into one of the group shows with The Hechyeomoyeo; An exclusive interview with IOAEA; Social media feature post with HelloArt - 1 artist Emerging Artist Award: An online exhibition hosted by Artflow Studio - 10 artists JustArt Spotlight Award: An exclusive interview in The JustArt Newspaper Club publication; - 2 artists.

Deadline 10 February 2026

Jackson’s Art Prize, now in its eleventh year, invites artists working in all two-dimensional techniques to enter their work and be in with the chance of winning £6,000 + £2,000 in art materials.

There are 31 awards to be won this year: First Prize, six Guest Judges Choice Awards, five Jackson’s Choice Awards, the Student, Amateur, and People’s Choice Awards, plus eight Material Awards and Runners Up supported with prizes sponsored by notable brands. Shortlisted artists will be invited to exhibit at the Affordable Art Fair on Hampstead Heath, and a group show at Bankside Gallery in central London.

Over ten seasons, the established prize has awarded more than £98,000 in prize money and shortlisted 554 works of art, supporting artists through the competition and beyond with representation on Jackson’s online art gallery.

This year’s exciting Guest Judges are Deborah Smith, Caroline Walker, Faye Wei Wei, Brogan Bertie, Max Naylor, and Eleanor Johnson.

Eligibility: The competition is open internationally, to artists working in all two-dimensional techniques including (but not limited to) painting, drawing, and printmaking, in any subject matter.

What you get:

£6,000 + £2,000 in art materials. Shortlisted artists will be invited to exhibit at the Affordable Art Fair on Hampstead Heath, and a group show at Bankside Gallery in central London.

Entry fee:

• £5 early bird entry | 12 November – 17 December
• £6.50 standard entry | 18 December – 11 February

Deadline 11 February 2026

The Art of Progress Prize invites emerging artists aged 35 and under to submit proposals that explore innovation, sustainability, and multi-sensory creativity. All mediums are welcome, including installation, digital art, mixed media, performance, sound, bio-art, and scent-based work. A Selection Committee will shortlist ten finalists, with up to five artists invited to exhibit at dsm-firmenich’s headquarters in Switzerland. The Grand Prize winner receives a 15,000 euro award and a year-long mentorship with the company’s creative and innovation teams.

Who can apply: Emerging artists aged 35 or under at the time of submission. Open to all nationalities and all countries of residence.

What you get: The Grand Prize winner receives a 15,000 euro award and a year-long mentorship with dsm-firmenich’s creative, fragrance, and innovation teams. Up to five shortlisted artists are invited to exhibit their work at the company’s headquarters in Switzerland, gaining visibility among leaders in both the cultural and innovation sectors.

Deadline 01 March 2026

The Paolo Coppini Award 2026 is now open! This second edition invites artists of all ages and from anywhere in the world to reinterpret the theme “The Thread That Unites”, celebrating connection, memory, and creativity. Inspired by Paolo Coppini’s vision of art and olive oil as a bridge between people, the award offers a unique opportunity to showcase your work. Submissions are accepted in illustration, painting, collage, graffiti, engraving, and graphic art. Upload your artwork by March 10, 2026 and take part in this celebration of art, culture, and shared passion.

Who can apply: The Open Call is open to everyone, with no age or geographic restrictions.

What you get: €1,000 + Coppini Arte Olearia products

Deadline 10 March 2026