Arte Laguna Prize Open Call 2026

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Arte Laguna Prize Open Call 2026

About the Call Full Details

The Arte Laguna Prize is a prestigious international competition based in Venice, Italy, dedicated to promoting and celebrating contemporary art. Now in its 21st edition, the call provides a high-profile platform for emerging and established creators to gain global recognition and connect with the international art scene.

The opportunity is open to practitioners across various disciplines, including painting, sculpture, installation, photography, video art, performance, and digital graphics. With no restrictions on age, gender, or nationality, the contest encourages a diverse range of artistic perspectives and a democratic creative exchange between international talents.

Selected finalists will participate in a significant group exhibition at the historic Arsenale Nord in Venice. Beyond the exhibition, the call facilitates integration into an extensive professional network, including collaborations with art galleries, foundations, and international residency programs designed to support long-term career development.

Entry Fees

€ 97,6 for artists under 35 (born after January 1, 1991); € 122 for artists over 35 (born before or in 1990).

The Prizes

Primary Award Value €10,000 overall cash prize; group exhibition at the Arsenale Nord in Venice; online sales visibility on artelaguna.world; Special Prizes including art residencies at MoCA (Italy), BigCi (Australia), NY20+ (China), and The Swath Art Peace Hotel (China); business collaborations with FOMAS Group and Gabe Tenute; gallery exhibitions with Gallery Studio 76; and sustainability awards with Università Ricardo Palma.