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International FiKVA Award for Painters 2026
The International FiKVA Award for Painters is an annual global competition celebrating excellence in representational and figurative painting. Now in its 4th edition, the award is open to artists worldwide aged 18+ who work in traditional wet media such as oil, acrylic, watercolor, ink, gouache, and tempera. The competition emphasizes technical skill, originality of subject matter, and authentic storytelling over commercial success or social media presence. All submissions are made entirely online with no shipping required.
Who can apply
Open to artists worldwide aged 18+ who work in representational and figurative painting using traditional wet media. No geographic restrictions apply.Perks & benefits
- Cash awards: 1st prize €3,500, 2nd prize €1,500, 3rd prize €500
- Professional art materials and supplies
- 6-month online gallery representation
- Digital marketing support and promotional features
- Certificates for winners
- Inclusion in online exhibition
- Potential selection for the FiKVA Collection
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