The Boynes Painting Prize is now accepting submissions for Cycle 1: Light and Shadow! Open to painters of all levels, this quarterly competition offers artists the chance to win amazing prizes.
Theme: Light and Shadow
Explore the power of light and shadow in painting—whether through contrast, chiaroscuro, or reflections, use light to tell a story.
Key Dates:
Deadline: March 30, 2025
Winner Announced: April 15, 2025
Prizes for 1st Place Winner:
$500 USD Cash Prize
Feature in Create! Magazine
Published Interview
Winner’s Certificate
How to Enter:
Open to artists 18+ worldwide
Submit 1-10 paintings (created in the last 5 years)
Entry Fee: $25 for up to 3 artworks, $10 per additional artwork
Apply via Submittable
Seize this opportunity to showcase your paintings to a global audience!

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