Who can apply to Berlendis Venice Art Prize?

Open to artists of any nationality. Divided into two sections: Emergent (artists aged 18-30, must not have turned 31 by the application deadline) and Contemporary (artists over 30, with no upper age limit).

When is the application deadline?

The deadline is 24 September 2026.

Is there an application fee?

Application fee: €25 for under 30, €35 for over 30.

Prize

Berlendis Venice Art Prize

Name: Berlendis Venice Art Prize
Start: 2026-06-29
End: 2026-09-24
Location: Venice, Italy

Marignana Arte and Kosmos Contemporary Venice APS · Venice, Italy

Deadline: Sep 24
Award: A cash prize of €1,000 gross awarded to the winner of the Emergent section; a cash prize of €2,500 gross awarded to the winner of the Contemporary section. The prize also includes 5 special exhibition prizes and participation in a group exhibition at Spazio Berlendis, Venice, from February 20 to March 21, 2027. The exhibition will be accompanied by a dedicated publication, with one copy provided free of charge to each of the 20 finalist artists.
Entry fee: €25 for under 30, €35 for over 30
Eligibility: Open to artists of any nationality. Divided into two sections: Emergent (artists aged 18-30, must not have turned 31 by the application deadline) and Contemporary (artists over 30, with no upper age limit).
Location: Venice, Italy

Discipline

PaintingDrawingPrintmakingPhotography

About

The Berlendis Venice Art Prize is an international open call for artists of any age and nationality, presented by Marignana Arte and Kosmos Contemporary Venice APS. The 2027 edition, titled "Have we crossed the threshold? A journey beyond borders, identities and languages," invites artists to explore the idea of crossing through various perspectives. The prize includes two cash awards (€1,000 for the Emergent section winner and €2,500 for the Contemporary section winner), five special exhibition prizes, and participation in a group exhibition at Spazio Berlendis in Venice from February 20 to March 21, 2027. A dedicated publication will accompany the exhibition, with finalists receiving a free copy.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply to Berlendis Venice Art Prize?: Open to artists of any nationality. Divided into two sections: Emergent (artists aged 18-30, must not have turned 31 by the application deadline) and Contemporary (artists over 30, with no upper age limit).
What does Berlendis Venice Art Prize offer?: A cash prize of €1,000 gross awarded to the winner of the Emergent section; a cash prize of €2,500 gross awarded to the winner of the Contemporary section. The prize also includes 5 special exhibition prizes and participation in a group exhibition at Spazio Berlendis, Venice, from February 20 to March 21, 2027. The exhibition will be accompanied by a dedicated publication, with one copy provided free of charge to each of the 20 finalist artists.
When is the application deadline?: The deadline is 24 September 2026.
Is there an application fee?: Application fee: €25 for under 30, €35 for over 30.

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