Global Drawing Competition 2026 | Win $2000 – Free Entry
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Applicant criteria
NationalityNo specific nationality required
Age
- No specific age required
Gender
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity FieldMusic, Art and Graphic Design
Job locationJapan
Deadline2026-04-08
Opportunity description
The 47th International Illustration Contest is a prominent platform for illustrators and artists globally to showcase their creativity under the theme of "My Color Palette". Organized by Celsys, a renowned Japanese graphics software company, the competition embraces diversity and encourages artists to express their individual color harmony.
This competition invites artists to creatively combine colors to produce bold and vibrant artworks, reflecting personal and cultural expressions.
Competition Details
- Participants can submit one or more illustrations focusing on the theme of "My Color Palette".
- Any software for creating the artwork is acceptable.
- AI image generators are not allowed.
- No entry fee is required to participate in the contest.
Benefits
- Grand Prize: USD $2,000 cash and activation code.
- 2nd Prize: USD $500 cash and activation code.
- 3rd to 5th Prize: USD $200 cash and activation code.
- 6th to 10th Prize: USD $100 cash and activation code.
- Honorable mentions for additional winners.
Eligibility criteria
- The competition is open to all illustrators globally with no nationality restrictions.
Digital drawing programs are preferred, but submissions that follow a workflow demonstrating the artist’s own creativity are also accepted. AI-generated work is strictly prohibited.