YICCA 26/27 – Concorso internazionale d’arte contemporanea / Bandi e candidature

YICCA 26/27 – International Contest of Contemporary Art is a prestigious global platform organized by YICCA, inviting artists and artist groups from any country to submit contemporary artworks in a wide range of media, including drawings, paintings, sculptures, photographs, graphics, mixed media, video installations, and performances. The contest aims to launch artists into the international art scene, offering exposure through an advertising campaign, a catalogue publication, and a final exhibition in Venice. The jury will select 18 finalists who will exhibit in Venice and receive additional visibility. Winners receive monetary prizes: first prize EUR 3,000, second prize EUR 1,000, third prize EUR 500, and a special prize for students EUR 1,000. The application deadline is 8 October 2026, with notification of winners on 26 October 2026. Applications are free and can be submitted via the official YICCA website. The contest is held annually, making it a recurring opportunity for contemporary artists worldwide.

Exhibition in Venice, advertising campaign, catalogue publication

All kinds of art works are accepted, including video, installations and performances