The New Emergence Art Prize 2026 (Prize fund worth over £5,000)

Synopsis:

The New Emergence Art Prize 2026 is an international open call for emerging artists. There is no set theme, and artists may submit work in any medium. Presented online, the prize is designed to remove geographic barriers and give artists from anywhere in the world the opportunity to gain recognition, visibility and professional support.

The prize fund is worth over £5,000, with 9 awards supporting artists through cash prizes, artist materials, mentoring and a residency opportunity.
Artists may enter up to 3 artworks. Entries should be original works that represent the quality, originality and direction of the artist's practice.
Final selections will be made by an independent judging panel. Judges will consider concept, execution, originality and impact.

Shortlisted artists will be featured in an online exhibition presented by New Emergence Art, running from 11 August to 7 September 2026.

Prize list
• New Emergence Art Prize 2026: Grand Prize (£1,000 cash award)
• NG Art Creative Residency: Emerging Artist Award (2-week residency in Provence, France, worth €2000)
• The Art Ladder Prize (1 year subscription to The Art Ladder mentoring programme by Parker Harris - worth £800)
• Staedtler UK Award (£300+ worth of Staedtler products)
• Rosemary & Co Award (£300 Gift Card)
• New Emergence Art Founder's Prize (£300 cash)
• GreatArt Award (£250 worth of materials)
• Michael Harding Watercolour Prize (£150+ worth of materials)
• Michael Harding Oil Painter's Prize (£150+ worth of materials)

Deadline 3 August 2026

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