Juried Exhibitions & Competitions / Verified 2 September 2026
ArtGemini Prize 2026 accepts submissions from artists worldwide for original work created in the past three years across painting, photography, and sculpture. Entry costs $15 USD with a deadline of October 19, 2026. Prize categories range from £2,000 (Artist of the Year) to £500, plus residency and exhibition opportunities.
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Deadline. October 19, 2026
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Cost to apply. $15 to apply
“$15 entry”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get. Artist of the Year GBP 2,000; Painting GBP 1,000; Photography GBP 500; Sculpture GBP 500; plus residency and exhibition opportunities
“Prizes: £2000 (Artist of the Year), £1000 (Painting), £500 (Photography), £500 (Sculpture), 2-week residency in London (ArtWorks East), exhibition opportunity at Affordable Art Fair London. Shortlisted works exhibited at Fresh Art Fair with private view and awards ceremony.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Who can apply. All artists worldwide, no age limit. Works must be original, created within the last three years, with full copyright.
How they choose. Juried
“Two-stage process: Stage 1 online pre-selection by judging panel (up to 30 works shortlisted); Stage 2 final selection by judges based on originality, technical skill, and emotional impact. Judging panel includes Eleanor Wardle (Fresh Art Fair co-founder), Isabel H Langtry (Hampstead School of Art p”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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