Splash 28: The Best of Watercolor is now accepting entries! Presented by Artists Network and Watercolor Artist magazine, the Splash series has been celebrating the incredible work being done by contemporary artists working in watermedia since 1991.
Open to artists across the globe.
In addition to monetary awards ($3,500 in total), the top three prize winners will have their winning entries plus an in-depth artist’s profile published in The Best of Watercolor (Summer 2027), a special publication presented by the editors of Artists Magazine and Watercolor Artist.
All award winners will also receive a free Artists Network Membership for 1-year ($99.99 value), and a digital award-winner badge.
Entrants must be at least 18 years of age or older and of the age of majority in their jurisdiction of residence.
The dominant medium must be watercolor, though some minor use of other media may be acceptable. Similar water-based media such as gouache, casein or egg tempera are acceptable as the dominant medium if used on paper. Please note, acrylic paints, while water-based, are NOT acceptable as the dominant medium. You must specify any other media used in addition to watercolor in your application.
All eligible entries will be judged in two rounds using the following criteria:
- Artistic technique
- Handling of medium
- Design and creative elements
- Overall impression/impact
Don’t miss the chance to become one of this year’s 100+ finalists selected for publication. This is THE watercolor event of the year.
Please visit the official website for further details.
Splash 28 – The Best of Watercolor – Entry Fees
- Super Early Bird Deadline: 11 August 2026
- Entry Fee: $15 for Artists Network Members
- Entry Fee: $25 for Non-Members
- Early Bird Deadline: 9 October 2026
- Entry Fee: $25 for Artists Network Members
- Entry Fee: $35 for Non-Members
- Final Deadline: 11 December 2026
- Entry Fee: $30 for Artists Network Members
- Entry Fee: $40 for Non-Members
