Prix d'art 2027 de la Fondation G. & A. Mamidakis

The George & Aristea Mamidakis Foundation (G. & A. Mamidakis Foundation) announces its 2027 Art Prize, an annual international award that supports contemporary creators of large‑scale sculptural or site‑specific installations intended for permanent outdoor display. The call is open to individual visual artists of any nationality who work in sculpture, installation, sound installation, mixed media, land art, environmental or ecological art, and who can propose an innovative, site‑specific work that engages the landscape and public. Applicants must submit a proposal outlining the concept, materials, technical feasibility, and maintenance considerations. The deadline for submissions is 30 December 2026. The selected artist will receive a €15,000 cash award together with a fully funded production budget covering construction, transportation, installation, accommodation and travel. The work will be created between 1 February and 31 May 2027, publicly presented in June 2027, and will become a permanent part of the Foundation’s collection in Agios Nikolaos, Crete. The prize aims to foster artistic leadership, innovation, and cultural heritage in Greece while offering international exposure. No application fee is required.

Production, construction, transport, and installation costs fully covered. 10-day research and residency stay at Minos Palace in Crete (with accommodation and meals). One return flight to Crete covered. Collaboration with the Foundation’s Artistic Director and production team. Media coverage, exhibition promotion, and inclusion in Foundation publications and catalogues.

Open to individual visual artists worldwide working in sculpture, installation, sound installation, mixed media, land or environmental art. No nationality or age restrictions.