The reEarth International Art Prize is a global competition designed to inspire and empower young artists aged 4 to 25 to contribute to the growing conversation around environmental sustainability through their creative works. By offering categories in painting, drawing, photography, and digital art, the competition seeks to showcase diverse talents and perspectives. It serves as a platform for young creatives from around the world to gain international exposure while advocating for a sustainable future. The competition is spearheaded by reEarth Studio, a New Zealand-based initiative that strives to connect art with environmental stewardship, offering young artists a unique opportunity to express their concerns and hopes for the planet through visual arts.
The prize is structured to reach a global audience with its open invitation to children and youth, and its focus on digital submissions makes participation accessible to a wide demographic. Artworks submitted are judged by an esteemed panel of international artists and professionals, each an expert in their respective fields. Winners of the competition will not only receive cash prizes but also have the privilege of seeing their work exhibited in high-profile international exhibitions in Auckland, New Zealand, and Vienna, Austria. This dual-location exhibition offers winners the chance to gain significant exposure and promote their work to a diverse and international audience.
In addition to cash prizes, the competition provides all participants with an e-certificate of recognition, ensuring that every artist’s contribution is acknowledged. Prizes totaling $50,000 in value include monetary awards for the top three winners in each category, as well as special Jury’s Choice Awards and Honourable Mentions. The inclusion of these special categories encourages a wide range of creative expressions, recognizing not only the technical skill of the young artists but also their unique ability to convey powerful messages about sustainability and global stewardship.
Entry fee: $10.
Eligibility
Open to individuals aged 4 to 25 worldwide.
Prize
The total prize pool is valued at $50,000, including cash awards and in-kind prizes. The top three winners in each category receive cash prizes of $1,000, $750, and $500, respectively. Additionally, special awards such as the Jury’s Choice Award and Honourable Mentions are given, with the winning artworks exhibited in Auckland and Vienna. All participants receive e-certificates, and top artists will have their work showcased digitally on the reEarth website.
