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Arts/Photography Student Competitions

Arts and photography competitions give students a platform to develop their creative voice and gain recognition beyond the classroom. Whether you work in fine art, documentary photography, digital illustration or experimental media, these competitions connect you with professional juries, exhibition opportunities and cash awards. Many are sponsored by galleries, cultural institutions and international foundations actively seeking new talent at bachelor, master and open levels. Building a competition portfolio early accelerates gallery representation, grant applications and creative career development.

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Anthology Creative Competitions - Writing, Art & Photography
Anthology Creative Competitions - Writing, Art & Photography

Anthology Magazine

Deadline

Nov 30, 2026

2 months from now

Offering a variety of competitions established to encourage and promote visual artists and writers, the Anthology Creative Awards provide a platform for emerging creatives to publish their work. There are eight categorie...

Global Europe Asia North America South America Africa Oceania Middle East Open to everyone Prize: Cash

Prize summary: Up to €1000 per competition, and publication

Sony World Photography Awards 2027
Sony World Photography Awards 2027

Creo

Deadline

Jan 12, 2027

4 months from now

The student competition of the Sony World Photography Awards provides a platform for photography students worldwide. Prizes include top Sony Digital Imaging equipment, inclusion in the London exhibition and the annual bo...

Global Bachelor Master PhD Prize: Other award

Prize summary: top Sony Digital Imaging equipment

2027 French Fashion Awards
2027 French Fashion Awards

International Awards Associate

Deadline

Jan 21, 2027

4 months from now

Beyond the Runway. Recognising Excellence Across the Global Fashion Industry. Fashion today influences far more than what people wear. The French Fashion Awards is an international competition celebrating outstanding...

Global Europe Asia North America South America Africa Oceania Middle East Open to everyone Prize: Recognition/Award

Prize summary: Certificate, Eligibility to Purchase Statuette

2027 French Design Awards
2027 French Design Awards

International Awards Associate (IAA)

Deadline

Jan 21, 2027

4 months from now

The French Design Awards is an international design competition honouring excellence across architecture, interior, product, packaging, fashion, landscape, conceptual, UX, and UI design. Recognising visionary designers,...

Global Europe Asia North America South America Africa Oceania Middle East High school Students Bachelor Master PhD Open to everyone Prize: Mixed/Other

Prize summary: Award, Promotional & Marketing Tools/Materials

2027 Science Without Borders® Challenge - International Art Contest
2027 Science Without Borders® Challenge - International Art Contest

Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation

Deadline

Mar 01, 2027

5 months from now

The 2027 Science Without Borders® Challenge is an international student art contest organized by the Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation. This year’s theme, “Navigate with Care,” asks students to create artwork sh...

Global High school Students Prize: Scholarship

Prize summary: Each Age Group 1st Place: $500; 2nd Place: $350; 3rd Place: $200; People's Choice: $50

Logo design competition
Logo design competition

Cheval Venda

Deadline

Jan 21, 2034

7 years from now

Cheval Venda (chevalvenda.com) is a brand for horses in Sweden. and was founded to help riders and horse owners to navigate in the djungle of equpment, products and advice. We know how hard it is to know what actually wo...

Europe Open to everyone Prize: Publicity

Prize summary: 1:st price is internship and possible stake in the upcoming product.

Policy Play
Policy Play

Kautilya School of Public Policy

Deadline

Sep 07, 2026

4 days ago

About The Policy Play The Policy Play is an online vlog competition hosted as part of Colloquy 2026, the annual event of Kautilya School of Public Policy. The Policy Play introduces a more engaging and accessible form...

Global Europe Asia North America South America Africa Oceania Middle East High school Students Bachelor Master PhD Open to everyone Prize: Cash Prize

Prize summary: 5000 in each segment

Monoline Design Awards 2026
Monoline Design Awards 2026

Monoline Design Awards

Deadline

Sep 08, 2026

3 days ago

Monoline Design Awards 2026 is an international competition celebrating clear ideas and strong execution across Graphic Design, Illustration, Product Design and a dedicated Student division. Eligible entrants include...

Global High school Students Bachelor Master PhD Open to everyone Prize: Cash Prize

Prize summary: $300 cash award, digital certificates, editorial recognition and online archive inclusion.

AweSnapp Monthly Art Awards | Free to Enter
AweSnapp Monthly Art Awards | Free to Enter

AweSnapp Art Awards

Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

1 day ago

The AweSnapp Monthly Art Awards celebrates exceptional artists from around the world by recognizing creativity, originality, and artistic excellence. Each month, artists of all backgrounds are invited to submit their bes...

Global Open to everyone Prize: Recognition/Award

Prize summary: Selected artists will be featured across the AweSnapp platform, reaching a global audience of collectors, curators, galleries, and fellow artists.

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