- Deadline
- Sep 6
- Award
- £10,000 Main Prize, £1,000 Emerging Prize, group exhibition in a major public gallery, editorial coverage in Aesthetica Magazine and online, profiles on the Aesthetica website, exhibition and publication opportunities for shortlisted and longlisted artists
- Entry fee
- £25 (rising to £35 for late entries)
- Eligibility
- Open to artists worldwide of any experience level and age, with a specific Emerging Prize category encouraging current students and recent graduates.
About
The Aesthetica Art Prize 2026 is an internationally renowned contemporary art competition that celebrates innovation, originality, and technical excellence across diverse artistic disciplines. It provides a global platform for emerging and established practitioners, attracting thousands of entries each year. The prize champions work that reflects social, political, environmental, and technological realities, encouraging artists to push conceptual boundaries and engage audiences through thought-provoking visual narratives. Winners receive a £10,000 Main Prize or a £1,000 Emerging Prize, a group exhibition, and extensive media visibility, while shortlisted and longlisted artists also gain exhibition and publication opportunities.