Avant Registry Art Prize 2026

About the Open Call

Avant Registry invites artists worldwide to apply for the Avant Registry Art Prize 2026, an international contemporary art award created to recognise outstanding artistic talent. 50 artists will be selected to receive visibility, cash prizes, residencies, and exhibition opportunities. Eligibility requires holding an active Avant Registry membership and meeting specific profile and portfolio requirements.

What is Offered

1st Prize: £2,500, Artsy feature, 6-month residency at Boomer Gallery. 2nd Prize: £500, Artsy feature, exhibition participation. 3rd Prize: Artsy feature, exhibition participation.

Requirements

Artists must be members of Avant Registry, maintain a public profile, have a professional profile photo, a biography, and at least 5 artworks uploaded to their profile.

How to Apply

To apply, register for an Avant Registry membership (starting from £2.41/month), complete your profile with a photo and biography, upload at least 5 artworks, and keep your profile public and membership active until winners are announced.