Aesthetica Art Prize 2026
Aesthetica Art Prize 2026 is now open for entries!
The Aesthetica Art Prize 2026, international competition for artist organised by Aesthetica Magazine, that celebrate excellence in art from across the world, has been recently announced for entries and like every year invites all emerging and established artists from around the world to participate.
Short description
The Aesthetica Magazine recently has announced 2026 edition of its Aesthetica Art Prize, international competition for artist that celebrate excellence in art from across the world, offering both emerging and established artists the opportunity to showcase their work to a wider audience, and further their engagement with the international art world.
The Aesthetica Art Prize was launched in 2007, five years after the launch of Aesthetica Magazine, as a way to support the next generation of talent across new visual media. In 2013, the prize evolved into an exhibition as well as a publication, presenting longlisted and shortlisted works from March to August in York, UK.
This art prize is a celebration of excellence in art. It offers both emerging and established artists the opportunity to showcase their work to a wider audience, and further their engagement with the international art world.
They accept entries from artists at all stages of their careers, and celebrate creativity in all its forms, including Painting and Drawing; Video, Sculpture, Installation, Performance; Photography, Digital Art, Artists’ Film, Ceramics, Illustration, Mixed-Media and more.
Oragniser is looking for work that demonstrates innovation and creativity. Is open to works in any genre, in any media, and on any theme. However, the organiser is particularly interested in works that reflect upon our ever changing world.
They are looking for pieces that challenge us – that redefine the parameters of contemporary art and compel audiences.
Winners will be announced at the Private View of the Art Prize Exhibition in York, in Spring 2027.
Who may enter?
The Aesthetica Art Prize is open to all practitioners working at any level, including students.
Prize:
The Main Prize winner will receive £10,000, and the Emerging Prize Winner will receive £1,000, as well as a group exhibition, and publications.
Entry fees:
Entry fees start from 25 GBP during the Regular Deadline period (1 December 2025 — 31 August 2026). After that period ends the amount of fee will increase.
