The 2026 Willet Art Prize / Calls & Submissions
Create an original visual artwork inspired by the 2026 annual theme 'Quest for Gold,' exploring sport, athletic excellence, and global unity.
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About
Overview
The Willet Art Prize is a national art competition inviting artists across the United States to create original work inspired by an annual theme. For over 128 years, Willet Stained Glass Studios has been a world leader in capturing light, movement, and legacy. This year's competition celebrates creativity, craftsmanship, and visual storytelling inspired by sport.
2026 Theme: Quest for Gold
Explore the essence of athletic excellence and global unity. The theme is about more than competition—it's about movement, strength, determination, and the emotional journey behind every pursuit of greatness. From moments of triumph to the discipline behind the scenes, your work should reflect the passion and unity that sport brings to the world stage.
Media & Disciplines
Whether you are a painter, sculptor, digital artist, or glass artisan, this competition welcomes diverse artistic approaches and mediums.
Why Enter
- Gain national exposure for your work
- Compete with talented artists across the U.S.
- Push your creative boundaries
- Explore new artistic directions and mediums
- Be part of a legacy of craftsmanship and innovation
- Theme
- The 2026 theme is 'Quest for Gold,' celebrating the essence of athletic excellence, movement, strength, determination, and the emotional journey of sport—from triumph to discipline, reflecting passion and unity on the world stage.
- Eligibility
- Open to artists across the United States
- Audience
- Open to artists across the United States
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