CICA Museum invites young artists worldwide, ages 13 to 19, to participate in the “International Youth Art Competition and Showcase 2026.” Selected artists will receive a digital certificate, with a printed copy available for in person pickup. Selected works including photographs, prints, paintings, video art, sculptures, and installations will be presented in a group exhibition at the CICA Museum.
* Deadline: June 25, 2026
* Categories
– Photographs & 2D Digital Art
– Video & Interactive Art
– Painting, Sculpture & Installation Art
* Installation Guidelines
– Photographs & 2D Digital Art
Selected works will be printed in 10×15 or 10×10 inches, framed, and installed by our curators and assistants. Upon request, works can be printed and framed in larger sizes; additional fees may apply.
– Video & Interactive Art
The Museum will provide projectors and DVD/DIVX players. Multiple single-channel works will be screened through a projector. If a work requires an exclusive projector or more than two projectors/monitors, please indicate this in your submission email. Additional fees may apply.
– Painting, Sculpture & Installation Art
Artists are responsible for the shipment and return of their physical works, as well as all related expenses. Two-dimensional works should not exceed 39 inches (1 m) on the longest side. Installation pieces should not exceed 39×39×79 inches (1×1×2 m, w×l×h). Wall-mounted works should not exceed 10 kg. If you wish to submit works exceeding these size or weight limits, please indicate this in your submission email.
* Exhibition Dates: February 24 – March 14, 2027
(Dates subject to change)
*How to submit: Please visit our website for more information.
https://cicamuseum.com/international-youth-art/
We look forward to the participation of talented young artists worldwide.
For questions, please visit our Contact Page: http://cicamuseum.com/contact.
