The Meridian Award, Cycle III

About this call

The Meridian Award is a global art award open to artists worldwide. Cycle III accepts applications until January 15, 2027, submitted directly by the artist through the official application form on meridianaward.com; nominations are not accepted. Jurors are invited professionals working in contemporary art, and their identities are not publicly disclosed. The winner receives a $2,000 USD cash prize and each finalist receives $200 USD, all unrestricted. Artists retain full copyright to all submitted works.

Who can apply

• Open to applicants of any nationality
• Medium: Mixed Media / Video
• Entry fee: $30
• Open to artists worldwide; collaborative teams may apply with one application and one shared portfolio. Artists must apply directly; nominations are not accepted. There is no anonymity requirement. Submit a short bio (150 words max), an artist statement (250 words max), up to 5 artwork images, optional time-based media links and a work description, with title, medium, size or duration and year of completion for each work. Non-refundable $30 application fee; no fee waivers are offered. Submissions that do not follow the file size, type and naming rules are disqualified. By applying, artists agree that submitted images and materials may be used for promotional and editorial purposes.