As May progresses, the art scene in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is alive with new chances for artists to demonstrate their skills and originality. Whether you’re a painter, sculptor, photographer, or multimedia artist, there are numerous competitions and open calls for participation. Here’s a handpicked list of art opportunities and competitions in the UAE for May.
“Emerging Artists Prize”
- Description: The Emerging Artists Prize is open to emerging artists across the UAE, offering a platform to showcase their work and gain recognition. Artists working in all mediums are encouraged to apply.
- Deadline: May 15, 2024
- Link to Registration: https://beautifulbizarreartprize.art/enter-beautiful-bizarre-art-prize/entry-form-emerging-artists/?v=c86ee0d9d7ed
Open Call: Louvre Abu Dhabi Art Here 2024 and the Richard Mille Art Prize
- Description: Call for proposals for site-specific monumental artwork to be exhibited at Louvre Abu Dhabi. One selected work wins the competition and the $60,000 Richard Mille Art Prize
- Deadline: May 31, 2024
- Link to Registration: https://www.louvreabudhabi.ae/en/art-here-2024-proposal
Sculpture Symposium
- Description: Sculptors are invited to participate in a Sculpture Symposium, where they will have the opportunity to create large-scale sculptures in a public space. The theme of the symposium is “Unity in Diversity.”
- Deadline: May 30, 2024
- Link to Registration: https://symposiumsculpture.lu/registration/
Arabic Calligraphy Challenge
- Description: Calligraphers are invited to participate in a Calligraphy Challenge, where they will create original artworks that showcase the beauty and diversity of Arabic calligraphy. Open to calligraphers of all skill levels.
- Deadline: May 31, 2024
- Link to Registration: https://dubaiculture.gov.ae/en/e-services/Dubai-International-Arabic-Calligraphy-Exhibition-Artists
Youth Art Competition
- Description: Young artists under the age of 18 are encouraged to submit their artworks for consideration in a Youth Art Competition. The competition aims to celebrate the creativity and talent of young artists in the UAE.
- Deadline: May 31, 2024
Art Dubai 2024 Gallery
- Description: Art Dubai is currently accepting applications for Art Dubai Contemporary, Art Dubai Modern, Bawwaba, and Art Dubai Digital
- Deadline: May 31, 2024
- Link to Registration:https://application.artdubai.ae/#loginform