ART ASCEND

A global stage bringing life changing rewards to the fine arts.

Proudly hosted by Bullseye Arts

December 1st 2025 begins our historic worldwide fine art competition! We are aiming to raise a one million dollar prize pool for our competitors! We have ten categories to compete in where the podium finishers of each category will receive a percentage of the prize pool, giving us a total of thirty winners!

• First place in category: 3%*
• Second place in category: 2%*
• Third place in category: 1%*
• (*Actual prize money depends on total money raised)
• Remaining funds will be used to help support ongoing artist programs and ensure future initiatives for the fine arts through Bullseye Arts.

In addition to the cash value of the prize pool winnings, podium finishers will also receive many honorary perks for their achievements on behalf of our sponsors and Bullseye Arts. See Prizes for an updated list of winnings offered.

JURY

Judging and reviewing the works of our top contendors will be a Jury of seven world renowned art masters.

• Zhaoming Wu

KEY DATES

• Competition Starts: December 1st, 2025
• Competition Ends: January 17th, 2026
• Voting Period: January 17th – February 28th, 2026
• Winners Announcement: March 16th, 2026

The Winners Online Gallery Showcase will be available through April 18th – May 31, 2026.

CATEGORIES

• Abstract
• Cityscape
• Drawing
• Figure/Portrait
• Landscape
• Mixed Media
• Narrative
• Still Life
• Watercolor
• Wildlife

COST

• Registration Cost: $5.00 per submission (maximum of 5)
• Early Bird Special: $2.00 (Pre-registration discount for submissions before 12/1/2025)

Submission guidelines and contest rules can be found on our Competition Rules page.

THE PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD

Anyone is free to vote on the submissions of the Art Ascend Fine Art Competition. Voters have a total of 10 votes and can even spend all of their votes on one single art work if they so choose. The winner of The People's Choice Award will receive a generous gift package provided for by our benevolent sponsors. Check the Prizes page for updates to the Public's Choice Award.

Our Mission

• Art Ascend is a pioneering international art competition created to elevate artists and connect them with new opportunities. This event brings together creators, collectors, and supporters from around the world, fostering a community where artistic voices can shine on a global stage.

• Our vision is to build one of the largest and most rewarding platforms for artists—where recognition, meaningful prizes, and career-changing opportunities await. With the support of sponsors, partners, and art lovers, Art Ascend is offering participants the chance to gain visibility and share their work with an international audience.

• By joining us, you’re not just supporting a competition—you’re contributing to a movement that uplifts the arts, empowers talent, and inspires creativity worldwide.

• Let your art ascend with us.