The YICCA International Art Contest 2026 is a prestigious international platform that beckons artists from every corner of the globe to showcase their creative prowess. This global art competition transcends borders and welcomes both seasoned professionals and emerging talents, irrespective of their geographical origins. It provides a vibrant stage for an eclectic array of contemporary artistic expressions, encompassing diverse mediums such as drawings, paintings, sculptures, photographs, graphics, mixed media, video installations, and captivating performances. This artistic variety serves a dual purpose: to elevate the profile of participating artists and to facilitate their entry into the dynamic and ever-evolving international market of contemporary art. By participating in YICCA, artists gain access to an influential global network that can significantly impact their careers. This exposure and recognition can be a game-changer for artists, providing them with a place to share their artistic vision and connect with a discerning audience.

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The Prisma Art Prize is now accepting submissions for its 19th edition, open to painters, illustrators, printmakers and all traditional 2D artists. Prisma Art Prize celebrates the many directions painting can take today – traditional or experimental, intimate or bold – always with a focus on strong visual research. The winner of the 19th edition of the Prisma Art Prize will be awarded with a 500 Euro cash prize. In addition, three finalists will be awarded with an Honorable mention, which consists in an interview curated by Prisma Art Prize.

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Young Stars MAD Competition is the world’s first global marketing and advertising competition for college students. The competition is designed to discover emerging creative talents and accelerate their growth on the global stage. As part of the Young Stars MAD Competition 2026, students from around the world take on a single global brief, presenting innovative ideas and actionable solutions, which are evaluated by leading professionals from the global creative industry. Selected winners will receive award benefits as well as internship opportunities. Their winning works will be showcased as official global promotional content, gaining international exposure.

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The Taipei Design Award (TDA) has entered its 19th year and now accepting entries for 2026. The organizers are looking for outstanding international designs across multiple disciplines. With the core vision of “making design a driving force for shaping a better future“, the award selects outstanding design works from across the country, aiming to establish Taipei as an international platform for creative exchange. It seeks to discover innovative designs with commercial potential and social value, encourages design to respond to contemporary issues, expands its social influence, enhances the added value of businesses and products, and promotes the sustainable development of the design industry This year’s total prize money is NT $4,5 million, including NT $600,000 for the Grand Prize in each competition category.

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