Juried Exhibitions & Competitions / Verified 7 September 2026
YICCA 26/27 International Contest of Contemporary Art is an open-call competition accepting work from artists worldwide with no age or degree requirements. Entry costs $55 USD; 18 finalists exhibit in Venice with €5,500 in total prizes. Works must be owned by you and available for physical display.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. October 8, 2026
“Application Submission Deadline: October 8, 2026”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. $55 to apply
“$55 entry”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get. Career springboard; connection with curators, collectors, gallerists; international exposure
“Four cash prizes: €3,000 (First), €1,000 (Second), €500 (Third), €1,000 (Special Student Prize). Physical group exhibition in Venice. Printed color exhibition catalogue. Media and promotional campaign.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How long. Application deadline October 8, 2026. Exhibition November 14–28, 2026 in Venice.
Who can apply. Open unconditionally to artists, collectives, and professionals worldwide. No age restrictions or formal degree required. Works must be owned by artist and available for physical exhibition in Venice.
How they choose. Juried
“Jury panel selects 18 finalist artists. Panel composition not specified.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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