Toolip International Art Contest 2026 (Painting Edition)

About the Open Call

The Toolip International Art Contest 2026 (Painting Edition) is calling for submissions from artists of all backgrounds. The competition features a total prize pool of €10,000, with €5,000 for second place and €3,000 for third. The top 30 finalists will have their work exhibited in a prestigious Vienna gallery and featured in a professional collector's book. Eligible works must be created using painting techniques (oil, acrylic, watercolor, digital painting, graphic art, or mixed media) and must not exceed 200 x 150 cm.

What is Offered

Second place €5,000; Third place €3,000; Exhibition for 30 finalists; Inclusion in collector's book.

Requirements

Artists of all ages, nationalities, and backgrounds. Works must be painting techniques only (oil, acrylic, watercolor, digital painting, graphic art, or mixed media). Maximum size 200 x 150 cm.