Photography Contest

15th Abstract

Deadline |
11/30/25Theme |
AbstractTerritory |
WorldwideEligibility |
Open to allEntry Fees |
$15Prizes |
Cash PrizeHost |
TeravarnaTERAVARNA announces their "15th ABSTRACT" International Juried Art Competition. Artists with a keen eye for originality are encouraged to put their most compelling pieces on the unifying topic of abstraction to this unique occasion. The abstract art competition is open to contributions in a wide variety of creative disciplines, including but not limited to traditional media such as painting and sculpture, new media such as digital art, painting, fiber art, photography, graphic design, and mixed media, and even experimental and installation art. All are welcome to this celebration of the boundless possibilities of abstract art.
The international juried art competition hosted by TERAVARNA revolves around the theme of ABSTRACT. Artists are free to interpret and represent the theme in their unique way. You should remember the following criteria: Both figurative and abstract ideas related to the overall theme will be considered. Artists can submit their artworks in any media or artistic form. Please note that participants must be at least 18 to participate in our events. For detailed submission guidelines and further information about abstract art contests, please refer to the sections below.
Category All types of visual arts will be considered, including but not limited to Painting & Mixed Media, Photography & Digital, and Sculpture & 3D Installation.
Awards & Prizes Up to $3,500 in cash prizes will be given out to winning artists. **
The grant money will be unrestricted and may be used in any manner by the recipient artist. Depending on the number and quality of artworks submitted, the following prizes will be considered:
The grant money will be unrestricted and may be used in any manner by the recipient artist. Depending on the number and quality of artworks submitted, the following prizes will be considered:
First Prize Award | $300-$500
Runner-Up Prize Award | $150-$350
Merit Prize Award | $75-$250
Talent Prize Award | $25-$150
Honorable Mention Award
Finalist Award
The international juried art competition hosted by TERAVARNA revolves around the theme of ABSTRACT. Artists are free to interpret and represent the theme in their unique way. You should remember the following criteria: Both figurative and abstract ideas related to the overall theme will be considered. Artists can submit their artworks in any media or artistic form. Please note that participants must be at least 18 to participate in our events. For detailed submission guidelines and further information about abstract art contests, please refer to the sections below.
Category All types of visual arts will be considered, including but not limited to Painting & Mixed Media, Photography & Digital, and Sculpture & 3D Installation.
Awards & Prizes Up to $3,500 in cash prizes will be given out to winning artists. **
The grant money will be unrestricted and may be used in any manner by the recipient artist. Depending on the number and quality of artworks submitted, the following prizes will be considered:
The grant money will be unrestricted and may be used in any manner by the recipient artist. Depending on the number and quality of artworks submitted, the following prizes will be considered:
First Prize Award | $300-$500
Runner-Up Prize Award | $150-$350
Merit Prize Award | $75-$250
Talent Prize Award | $25-$150
Honorable Mention Award
Finalist Award
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AAP Magazine #50 / SHAPES
$1,000 cash prizes | Winning image(s) published in AAP Magazine #50 | Extensive press coverage and global recognition
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