OPEN CALL
Art Book Publishing
Contest
DEADLINE 31. May 2025
For Art Book Edition 2025
CONTEMPORARY MASTERSTROKE UNVEILED
Voices and Visions
Celebrating Art in Print
Step into the spotlight of creativity with Contemporary Masterstroke Unveiled, a competition dedicated to discovering and showcasing the most compelling modern artists of our time. Selected works will be immortalized in an exclusive art book, offering a global platform to elevate your art and share your vision with the world. This is your chance to leave a mark on contemporary art history—
let your masterpiece shine!
1. Prize
Cover and 6 Pages
The 1st Prize winner will have their artwork featured on the cover of the Contemporary Masterstroke Unveiled Art book, gaining unparalleled visibility and recognition.
The 1st Prize winner will also receive a dedicated 4-page feature in the Contemporary Masterstroke Unveiled art book, including a brief introduction, artist statement, studio or exhibition photos, and four additional artworks accompanied by an exclusive interview.
2. Prize
Back Cover and 6 Pages
The 2nd Prize winner will have their artwork showcased on the back cover of the Contemporary Masterstroke Unveiled art book and receive a 4-page feature, including a brief introduction, artist statement, studio or exhibition photos, and four additional artworks with an exclusive interview.
10 Honorable Mention Awards
4 Pages
Ten Honorable Mention Award winners will each receive a 4-page feature in the Contemporary Masterstroke Unveiled art book. Their sections, placed prominently after the main winners, will include a brief introduction, artist statement, studio or exhibition photos, and four additional artworks accompanied by an exclusive interview.
How to submit
1. To participate
in Contemporary Masterstroke Unveiled,
please send the following materials by May 31, 2025:
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Artist’s Name: Full name as you wish it to appear in the Book.
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Bio: detailing your artistic background (up to 500 words).
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Statement: up to 150 words, explaining your creative vision
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Artworks: 10 artworks in low resolution (JPEG or PNG format).
2. After the submission deadline
winners will be selected and notified.
They will then be asked to pay a processing fee of €40 via PayPal
and submit the following materials by June 15, 2025:
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4 high-resolution images of their artworks (minimum 300 DPI).
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4 portrait photos of the artist.
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4–6 studio or exhibition photos.
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Responses to 10 interview questions, which will be provided upon notification.
The Contemporary Masterstroke Unveiled Art book will be published at the end of the year
and announced across all social media platforms.
Important Note:
Artists who do not wish to participate in the competition can still apply for a 4-page feature in the
Contemporary Masterstroke Unveiled art book.
This option is separate from the competition and allows you to showcase your work within the publication. To apply, simply submit your materials through the registration form below.