Illustration
competitions

Explore international illustration competitions, contests and awards for illustrators. Discover opportunities for editorial, artistic and experimental illustration, with prizes, publication and exhibitions.

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Post Wave Prize for Illustration 2027 – Children's Book Illustration Competition

The Post Wave Prize for Illustration 2027 invites emerging illustrators worldwide to submit original children's book illustrations inspired by the theme “A Bridge to Another World”, celebrating cr ...

Deadline: 04 Jan 2027

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Animayo International Poster Competition 2027

The Animayo International Poster Competition 2027 invites designers and artists worldwide to create the official image for the 22nd edition of Animayo and gain international exposure. ...

Deadline: 31 Dec 2026

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Never Such Innocence International Competition 2026/27

The Never Such Innocence International Competition 2026/27 invites young people worldwide to explore the theme “Through My Eyes” through art, poetry and short film. ...

Deadline: 26 Feb 2027

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17th ICMA Book Award 2026

The 17th ICMA Book Award 2026 invites outstanding book design projects from around the world, celebrating excellence in typography, illustration, layout, cover design and print production. ...

Deadline: 06 Nov 2026

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17th ICMA Magazine Award 2026

The 17th ICMA Magazine Award 2026 recently announced for entries is an international competition dedicated to recognising outstanding creativity and design in magazines and editorial ...

Deadline: 06 Nov 2026

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Indigo Design Award 2027 – International Design Competition

The Indigo Design Award 2027 is now open for entries, inviting designers, agencies, freelancers and emerging creatives worldwide to submit outstanding work in graphic, digital, branding and socially r ...

Deadline: 28 Feb 2027