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17th ABSTRACT International Juried Art Competition
- Who Can Apply: Open to artists worldwide ages 18 and older working in any visual art medium.
- The Focus: Abstract-themed international juried art competition open to all visual art forms.
- The Funding: Cash prizes: First Prize $300–$750, Runner-Up $150–$500, Merit $75–$250, Talent $25–$100 (total pool up to $5,000); $20 entry fee per artwork.
- Key Requirements: Submit 1–10 artworks as JPEG/JPG (under 2MB preferred, up to 5MB max, cleanly cropped, front-facing view) and pay $20 per artwork; AI-generated art is prohibited.
DeadlineThursday, October 15, 2026
Award$25–$750 per cash-prize recipient, depending on award tier. Honorable Mention and Finalist awards are non-cash.
Application fee$20
Locationglobal
ParticipationRemote
Career stagesAll Stages
DisciplinesPainting, Drawing, Mixed Media, Photography, Digital Art, Sculpture, 3D Installation, Fiber Art, Graphic Design, Experimental Art, Installation Art
Age range18–
Application notesThis deadline will not be extended. Cash prize notification starts 22 Oct 2026; non-cash notification and exhibition of winning artworks start 24 Oct 2026; cash distribution starts 14 Nov 2026. Artists with disabilities and artists from developing countries may apply for special coupons via the TERAVARNA Foundation website.
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