The Best Art Competitions to Enter in 2024
Watermedia Showcase
Watermedis Showcase is back for its 15th year ! Showcase your best watercolor art in this exciting competition. All winners and honorable mentions will have their works featured in the magazine. First prize winners will receive an additional $2,500 cash prize and a free Artists Network Membership. Entry fee is $45 ($30 before February 6,2024).
Closing Date: April 11, 2024.
Jackson's Painting Prize
Jackson's Painting Prize was created to reward original art created with oil paints. A $7,500 total cash prize will be equally divided between the first three winning artists. There are also awards for emerging artists and best oil paintings. Winners will be given an opportunity to have their works shown in an exhibition. Entry fee is $35 per entry.
Closing Date: March 1, 2024.
The Strokes of Genius Contest
Open to artists in the United States and Canada, this contest celebrates original drawings made in pencil, made in pencil, charcoal, pen and ink, colored pencil and so on. Top prize is $3,500. Winning entries will be published in a special edition of The Best of Drawing. Entry fee is $45.
Closing Date: April 29, 2024.
The Sunny Art Prize
Contestants can submit works made in a diverse range of media, including drawing,sculpture,printmaking, video art, and photography. Top prize winner receives $6,000 and a silver medal. Open to artists worldwide aged 18 and over. Entry fee is $40 for one artwork.
Closing Date: June 30, 2024.