9th Annual Women in Art Prize — Submissions Are Open
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9th Annual Women in Art Prize — Submissions Are Open

Sunday 8 March 2026

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Competition entry deadline June 21, 2026. A platform for emerging visual artists accepting paintings, photography, sculpture, illustration, printmaking, mixed media, and digital art.

9th Annual Women in Art Prize — Submissions Are Open

Now in its ninth year, the Women in Art Prize is once again open for submissions. This is your opportunity to share your work with a distinguished panel of judges and join a community of emerging female artists making their mark on the contemporary art world.

As We Submerge by Zifan Sun
Zifan Sun — As We Submerge. Young Persons Award, Women in Art Prize 2025

Who Can Enter?

The Prize is open to female visual artists — both UK-based and international. We welcome painters, photographers, sculptors, illustrators, printmakers, mixed media artists, and digital artists at any stage of their career.

Key Details

  • Entry Deadline: 21 June 2026
  • 25 finalists will be selected and supported with ongoing exhibition opportunities
  • Open to all visual art disciplines
Why we Need Audacity by Gherdai Hassell
Gherdai Hassell — Why we Need Audacity. Tim May Memorial Prize, Women in Art Prize 2025

Winners receive prizes including solo exhibitions, cash awards, residencies, mentorship, and international press features. All winners receive an interview and feature with Cultralee.

Submit your work via Zealous at the link below and take the next step in your artistic career.

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