YICCA 2026 International Contest of Contemporary Art is a global art competition created to support emerging and established contemporary artists and increase their visibility in the international art scene. Organized by the cultural association Aps Moho, the contest aims to connect artists with galleries, curators, critics, and art professionals while offering a platform where creative talent can be discovered. By encouraging participation from artists around the world, YICCA promotes artistic exchange and fosters opportunities within the global contemporary art market.
The international art contest welcomes a wide range of artistic disciplines, reflecting the diversity of contemporary creative practices. Artists can submit works in media such as painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, mixed media, installation, video, digital art, and performance. An international jury evaluates the submitted artworks and selects a group of finalists whose works will be presented in a curated exhibition in Europe. This exhibition offers participating artists valuable exposure, allowing them to present their work to a broader audience and gain recognition within the contemporary art community.
Beyond the exhibition itself, YICCA 2026 is designed to provide long-term professional benefits for participating artists. Selected artists receive promotion through the official exhibition catalogue, press campaigns, and online communication channels, helping them reach collectors, galleries, and cultural institutions. By combining a contemporary art exhibition, international competition, and professional networking opportunities, the YICCA contest serves as an important platform for artists seeking to expand their career, increase their international visibility, and engage with the evolving global art landscape.
The entry fee depends on the number of works submitted: €50 for 1 artwork, €80 for 2, €110 for 3, €130 for 4, €145 for 5, and €160 for 6.
Eligibility
Open to all artists, groups of artists, and professionals from any country.
Prize
The competition offers a €3,000 first prize, a €1,000 second prize, a €500 third prize, and a €1,000 special prize for students. In addition to cash awards, selected artists gain exhibition opportunities, publication in the YICCA catalogue, visibility through the competition’s advertising campaign, and networking exposure to critics, curators, gallery owners, and art institutions.
