IACCA International Arts Excellence Award 2026
Create a free account to applyCreate work around “Magic World” for a global youth art competition, using painting, sculpture, digital art or AI-assisted techniques. Entries are judged for quality and originality, and digital or AI submissions need high-resolution images plus process evidence.
The International Arts Excellence Award by IACCA is a global youth art competition inviting young artists and digital creators to explore the theme of 'Magic World'. Participants can work in traditional media, mixed media, sculpture, digital art, or AI-assisted creation, with categories covering painting, illustration, 3D design and experimental art.
The competition is open to children, students and emerging artists aged 3 to 24. Entries are judged on artistic quality and originality, with selected works recognised through medals, certificates and prizes.
Outstanding entries may also progress to the global finals, appear in exhibitions, and be featured in published award materials.
Applicants submit their artwork online, with digital and AI entries requiring high-resolution image files and supporting process evidence. The award also includes opportunities linked to exhibitions, workshops and international arts events for standout participants.
31 October 2026
31 October 2026
Artwork submission deadline
6 February 2027 – 8 February 2027
Award ceremony/exhibition
Location
- Aged 3 to 24.
- Entries must respond to the theme 'Magic World'.
- Award-winning works from domestic and international painting art competitions are not eligible.
- Plagiarism and ghostwriting are prohibited.
- For digital and AI artworks, participants must submit supporting process materials, including the AI tools or platforms used, core prompts or keywords, and at least three workflow or process images.
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