The 2026 ShinHan Postcard Art Contest is an international youth art competition organized by ShinHan Art Materials, inviting young creatives to explore storytelling through traditional painting on a postcard-sized format. Known for its long-running global presence, the contest encourages participants to express personal ideas and emotions within a compact canvas, emphasizing creativity, composition, and color sensitivity using fine art media.

Open to children and teenagers worldwide, the competition focuses on original, hand-painted works created with traditional materials such as watercolor, acrylic, or oil paints. Entrants are typically asked to interpret a theme that reflects everyday experiences or meaningful moments, transforming them into visually engaging postcard artworks. The small format challenges participants to think carefully about visual impact while developing technical skills.

The contest stands out for its educational and developmental value, offering young artists a structured platform to refine their artistic voice and gain international recognition. By fostering creative expression at an early age, it supports artistic growth while connecting participants across cultures through shared visual storytelling.

Entry fee: Free entry

Eligibility

Open to young artists worldwide aged approximately 4–18 submitting original traditional-media postcard artworks.

Prize

The competition typically awards a Grand Prize along with multiple prizes across age categories, including certificates and trophies, with a structured recognition system for top entries; exact current-year prize amounts and details should be confirmed on the official website.