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Welcome to the 9th annual edition of the Visual Art Open Prize (VAO). Our mission is to celebrate and showcase the diverse talents of artists at every stage of their journey, from emerging talents to seasoned professionals. The £10,000 prize fund gives artists validation and visibility on a global platform, including a finalist exhibition in central London. Our esteemed judging panel is varied, from commercial galleries, to the museum sector, as well as professionals from the art media and academia.

The VAO Art Prize offers unparalleled exposure and an opportunity for artists to sell their artwork to an audience of over a million art collectors and enthusiasts alike. A prize fund of over £10,000 includes cash prizes, exhibition opportunities and career development support in partnership with the Visual Artists Association.
There are five key categories for entrants to apply to: ??

Painting & Mixed Media & Printmaking

Illustration & Drawing

Sculpture

Photography / Digital Art

Student Artists (Proof of Student Status Required)

Art Educators

Artists are only permitted to enter 5 artworks into the competition at a cost of £20 for 1st submission and £10 per additional artwork, totalling a maximum of £60. Students pay £18 for 1st submission, totalling a maximum of £30 for 5 artworks entered.

Application Pricing Structure:

1 Artwork = £20 / £8*

2 Artworks = £30 / £14*

3 Artworks = £40 / £20*

4 Artworks = £50 / £25*

5 Artworks = £60 / £30*