For college students, working adults, and seniors who paint. Watercolour, acrylic, oil, ink, digital — every medium welcome. Every artist gets a certificate. Top 3 in each category win cash prizes. Free entry — closes 30 May 2026.
Just photograph or export your final painting and upload it. No restrictions on size or canvas.
Theme for June 2026: Nature. Climate. Our Future.
This month's painting competition is tied to World Environment Day (5 June). Express any aspect of:
The natural world — landscapes, seascapes, forests, wildlife
Climate change — visual storytelling on what's at stake
Hope and renewal — the planet we want to leave behind
Abstract or conceptual takes on sustainability, balance, harmony
Indian regional identities of nature — Himalayas, Western Ghats, Sundarbans, Thar
Who can enter?
College students — undergraduate & postgraduate
Working professionals — 17+ adult category
Senior citizens — dedicated senior category
Self-taught artists — no formal art training needed
Professional artists — judged in the Adults category
Hobbyists — paint on weekends? You're in.
How it works
Paint anything inspired by the theme — any size, any medium.
Photograph your finished painting in good natural light. For digital art, export at full resolution.
Click Submit Artwork on our home page.
Enter your name, age group, city, state.
Upload the image. Instant confirmation email.
Results announced 5 June 2026. Certificate auto-delivered.
What you win
Cash prize for 1st, 2nd, 3rd in each category
Winner Certificate for top 3 in every category
Certificate of Participation for every entrant
Feature in our online gallery for winning entries
Press coverage for category winners
Frequently asked questions
Is it free for adult and professional artists too?
Yes. Free for everyone, every age, every skill level.
Can I submit more than one painting?
One entry per person per month. Submit your best work.
Will the original painting need to be shipped?
No. Only a digital photo or scan is needed. Originals stay with you.
What if I'm self-taught and not "trained"?
Welcome. Most of our winners are self-taught. Judging is on creativity and expression of the theme, not technical training.
Do I retain copyright?
Yes. You retain full copyright. By submitting, you grant Art for Awareness a non-exclusive licence to display the artwork on our website and in promotional materials with credit.