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CALL FOR ARTISTS | Women United ART PRIZE 2026

Submit work in one of three categories (Painting & Drawing, Collage & Fiber Art, or Photography & Printmaking) for evaluation by respected artists and arts professionals, with potential for international recognition and visibility.

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Deadline
18 days left
Entry fee
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Nov 30, 2026

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Overview

Women United ART PRIZE 2026 is the sixth edition of an internationally recognized award dedicated exclusively to women artists. The prize celebrates artistic excellence and provides meaningful opportunities for women artists at every stage of their careers, from emerging to established practitioners.

Categories

  • Painting & Drawing
  • Collage & Fiber Art
  • Photography & Printmaking

Why Apply?

  • Have your work evaluated by respected artists and arts professionals
  • Gain international visibility and professional recognition
  • Strengthen your CV, portfolio, and future applications
  • Join a global community of inspiring women artists
  • Celebrate your artistic achievements alongside exceptional creatives from around the world
  • Become part of a platform dedicated to championing women's voices in contemporary art

Eligibility

Open to women artists worldwide working in Painting & Drawing, Collage & Fiber Art, or Photography & Printmaking, at any career stage.

Timeline

  • Early Bird Entries: 15–30 June 2026
  • Regular Entries: 1 July–31 August 2026
  • Last Minute Entries: 1–15 September 2026
  • Longlists announced: 31 October 2026
  • Shortlists announced: 15 November 2026
  • Final results: 30 November 2026

Jurors

  • Ashara Shapiro, founder of ArtWRKD, an art consortium in Newtown, PA
  • Mona Lerch, founder of Women United ART MOVEMENT, editorial designer, artist coach, and magazine editor-in-chief
  • Victoria J. Fry, New York City-based painter, educator, gallery director, and founder of Visionary Art Collective and Warnes Contemporary
  • Yvadney Davis, South London-based multidisciplinary artist and 2022 First Place Winner in Painting & Drawing category
Media accepted
collagedrawingfiberpaintingphotographyprintmaking
Eligibility
Open to women artists worldwide working in Painting & Drawing, Collage & Fiber Art, or Photography & Printmaking.
Audience
Women artists worldwide at all career stages

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