Mostra dei Finalisti
Submit artwork for consideration in an international contemporary art contest held biennially in Venice, with 120 finalist artists selected to exhibit at Arsenale Nord.
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- deadline unknown, verify at source
- Entry fee
- Not listed - check the source
- Award
- Exhibition of selected artwork for 3 weeks at Arsenale Nord, Venice; additional special prizes including art residencies, gallery representation, and business opportunities
- Location
- Arsenale Nord, Venice, Italy
- Exhibition window
- Nov 6, 2026 → Nov 29, 2026
About
Overview
Arte Laguna Prize is the International Contemporary Art contest in Venice which exhibits the artworks of finalist artists every two years in the spaces of Arsenale Nord in Venice, in the Tese 89-90-91. The contest was founded by the Cultural Association MoCA (Modern and Contemporary Art) in 2006, with the aim to give value and voice to the artworks of emerging artists from all over the world.
Exhibition Details
The 120 artists selected by the jury will exhibit their artworks for 3 weeks in one of the most important cultural centers of the world, which attracts a public of curators, collectors and gallerists at every opening.
Key Dates
- Exhibition: November 6–29, 2026 at Arsenale Nord, Venice
Special Prizes
In addition to the Venice exhibition, the contest offers numerous Special Prizes, divided into Art Residencies, Galleries, and Business for Art.
How to Apply
To participate in the contest and exhibit your artworks, you can read the official Terms and Conditions or apply via the contest link.
- Award
- Exhibition of selected artwork for 3 weeks at Arsenale Nord, Venice; additional special prizes including art residencies, gallery representation, and business opportunities
- Theme
- International contemporary art contest celebrating emerging artists across all media.
- Eligibility
- Open to emerging artists from all over the world
- Audience
- Emerging artists from all over the world
Every listing links to the organizer's official page. Always confirm deadlines, fees, and entry rules there before you apply.