Aesthetica Art Prize 2026

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Aesthetica Art Prize 2026
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About the Call Full Details

Now in its 20th year, the Aesthetica Art Prize is a major platform for both established and emerging artists to showcase their work to international curators and gallerists. Hosted by Aesthetica Magazine, the prize is open-themed but favors work that reflects upon our changing world, covering social, environmental, and technological realities. Finalists are exhibited at a major public gallery in the UK.

Entry Fees

Regular fee: £25
Late Entries : £35

The Prizes

Primary Award Value Main Prize
Open to all practitioners working at any level, including students.
£10,000 prize money for the winner
Group exhibition in a major public gallery
Editorial coverage in Aesthetica Magazine and online
Profile on the Aesthetica website

Emerging Prize
Open to students and graduates from the last three years.
£1,000 prize money for the winner
Group exhibition in a major public gallery
Editorial coverage in Aesthetica Magazine and online
Profile on the Aesthetica website

Shortlisted Artists
Group exhibition in a major public gallery
Editorial coverage in Aesthetica Magazine and online
Profile on the Aesthetica website