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Taiwan International Student Design Competition 2026

The 2026 Taiwan International Student Design Competition (TISDC), on the theme “Resilience“, has been announced. The purpose of TISDC is to encourage international creative design exchanges, develop creative design talents, showcase the international image of Taiwan on creative design, and establish Taiwan’s international design reputation. The total prize fund for 2026 is more than $120,000 in prize money — $13,000 of which are reserved for the winner of the Grand Prix. Awarding cup1 ...

Aesthetica Art Prize 2026 – International Competition

Aesthetica Magazine is looking for work that demonstrates innovation and creativity, for its annual Aesthetica Art Prize competition, open for entries for 2026. Hosted by Aesthetica Magazine, this art prize is a celebration of excellence in art. It offers both emerging and established artists the opportunity to showcase their work to a wider audience, and further their engagement with the international art world. The Aesthetica Art Prize celebrates contemporary art in all its forms,1 ...

Arte Laguna Prize 2026 – International Art Contest

Arte Laguna Prize opens the call for international artists and designer for its 21st edition. Contemporary artists from all disciplines are invited to apply and gain the chance to exhibit in Venice, win 10,000 Euro, participate in the Special Prizes and gain global visibility. Arte Laguna Prize is the Venice-based International Contemporary Art Competition that welcomes and exhibits emerging artists of all ages, countries, genres and artistic backgrounds, and is free-themed. With two1 ...

2026 International Artists Grand Prize Competition

The Taiwan International Contemporary Artist Association is calling for entries to the 2026 International Artists Grand Prize Competition. The Taiwan International Contemporary Artist Association has organized one of Asia’s top art contests, the International Artist Grand Prize Competition (I.A.G.P.C.). The organizer is now combining I.A.G.P.C. together with Art Revolution Taipei (A.R.T.) , the most important platform of art exchange in Taiwan, to promote individual artists to the in1 ...

World Habitat Awards 2027

The 2027 World Habitat Awards are now open for entries! World Habitat, in collaboration with UN-Habitat, is looking for the world’s best housing solutions. Eligible for entry are projects from around the world that focus on affordable and adequate housing, that are in progress or have been completed in the last ten years and project that have been designed and/or delivered in close collaboration with the residents/local community. The organizers will be presenting Bronze, Silver and1 ...

BlueCat TV Writing Competition 2026

The BlueCat TV Writing Competition 2026 is looking for the very best of television writing. BlueCat has a long and distinguished history of discovering writers, introducing them to the film and television industry and launching their careers. There will be two winners (Hour Pilot and Half-Hour Pilot), each will win $2,000 and will be introduced to over four hundred literary managers and agents. Every writer will receive a written analysis of their pilot! All submissions must be origi1 ...

The Best Brand Awards 2026

The 12th edition of the The Best Brand Awards — the international awards honoring the excellence on brand design around the world, is open for entries for 2026. The Best Brand Awards is an international competition in which the concept and design of brands from all over the world are honored. Designers, agencies and companies compete every year to present their best work. The awards are presented in Gold, Silver, Bronze, Award of Excellence and Runner Up. The more points the jury awa1 ...

Edinburgh Short Film Festival 2026

The 16th Edinburgh Short Film Festival (ESFF) is open for entries. The call for 2026 is open for any form of short film, genre, budget, and technique, from any part of the world. The maximum duration for submitted films is 25 minutes including credits. The 16th edition of the Edinburgh Short Film Festival features international showcases, more short film screenings, trophies, cash prizes, and awards. Networking remains a strong focus this year. ESFF 2026 will present awards and troph1 ...

Houzee Awards 2026

The Houzee Awards 2026 is now open for entries. Returning for its 4th edition, this acclaimed platform continues to spotlight bold, beautiful, and groundbreaking work in residential design worldwide. Organised by Architecture Collection Magazine and presented under the ADC Awards umbrella, Houzee Awards remains the pioneering platfrom fully dedicated to celebrating excellence in the spaces we call home. All winners receive certificates, official digital assets, and the opportunity to1 ...

Tactical Urbanism NOW! 2026 – Architecture Competition

TerraViva Competitions launches the 6th edition of Tactical Urbanism NOW! — the international competition that challenges participants to design tactical interventions that prototype new ways of adapting public spaces to everyday urban challenges. Participants are invited to explore how temporary, lightweight interventions can act as powerful tools for testing ideas, responding to local conditions and rethinking the future of public space. Like urban acupuncture, these precise and ta1 ...

Next Gen Design 2026: Futures Worth Living

The second edition of the Next Gen Design Competition invites young designers and thinkers across Europe to engage with a world in flux—and to step in boldly to protect values they stand for and shape what will come next. If you are aged 18 to 35, born, studying, or living in Europe, this is your moment. Whether you’re an individual innovator or part of a collaborative team, you’re welcome to submit up to five entries showcasing your vision for a sustainable future. Winning this comp1 ...

Youth Collective 2026 – Exhibition Competition

The Photometria International Photography Festival, as part of its ongoing development and support of young creators, announces the launch of the “Youth Collective 2026” competition. Youth Collective is aimed at young artists aged 18 to 25, regardless of their educational background. The festival aims to provide a space and opportunities for a wider range of emerging artists, encouraging contemporary photographic expression and experimentation. The best photographs will be selected b1 ...

LensCulture Critics’ Choice 2026 Competition

The LensCulture Critics’ Choice photography competition is now open for entries for 2026. LensCulture Critics’ Choice Awards put the spotlight on the year’s most talented photographers — maximizing visibility and opportunities for those ready to step onto the global stage and enter international markets. The top ten photographers will be exhibited during Photo London 2027, the premiere international photo fair that brings together hundreds of galleries, publishers and collectors, as1 ...

FEP Awards 2026 – Photography Competition

The Federation of European Photographers is calling for entries to the FEP Awards 2026 photography competition. These Awards honor the most innovative, inspiring, and breathtaking works from talented photographers across Europe. The aim of this competition is to help promote the photographic profession and to raise the level of professional standards. The 2026 competition category list includes: Advertising/Commercial Digitally Created Images Domesticated Animals Fashion and Beauty1 ...

Photometria Photobook Open Call

The Photometria International Photography Festival is calling for entries to the „Photometria Φωtobook“ exhibition contest — addressed to artists and self-publishers from around the world. Τhe open call for entries is focusing on artist books, self-published photobooks, limited edition books, zines and DIY publications related to photography. The selected books will be presented at the Photometria Photography Center during the 18th edition of the Photometria International Photography1 ...

Indigo Design Award 2026

The 9th edition of the Indigo Design Award has opened for entries. The Award celebrates bold creativity in graphic, digital, branding, and social impact design. The competition is open to both conceptual and completed projects created within the last five years. Open worldwide to students, freelancers, and agencies, winners gain global recognition, trophies, PR exposure, and access to exclusive ceremonies and design parties held in iconic cities. Indigo features a broad range of cate1 ...

World Nature Photography Awards (WNPA) 2027

Nature photographers from all around the world are invited to participate in the World Nature Photography Awards (WNPA) 2027 competition. The mission of the World Nature Photography Awards is to celebrate the world’s best nature photographers, whilst showcasing nature’s beauty to a wider audience, to drive us all to secure a better future for our planet. Winning work is seen by millions of people around the globe. The jury awards gold, silver and bronze titles in 14 categories and on1 ...

Epson International Pano Awards 2026 Competition

Epson has launched the 17th International Pano Awards. Entry is now open to photographers worldwide for panoramic photography created in 2026. The competition is dedicated to the craft and art of panoramic photography, and is the world’s largest competition devoted to the genre. The prize pool this year is again well in excess of US$50,000, including $15,000 in cash and for the Open winner – a package exceeding $11,000! The EPSON International Pano Awards is open to all photographers1 ...

MEDS Workshop Belgium 2026 – Tutor Call

MEDS (Meetings of Design Students) Belgium is calling for tutors for the MEDS Workshop 2026, titled “Reweaving the Brussels Canal District”. MEDS Workshop is an international, collaborative educational event fostering learning and professional development in architecture, design, and related disciplines. The Tutor Call is a competition open to architects, designers, and creatives interested in leading hands-on, design-build workshops. Selected tutors will guide participants and co-de1 ...

International Visual Identity Awards 2026

Now in their 13th year, the International Visual Identity Awards (IVIA) are a global competition loved by agencies and independent designers. With 20 diverse categories, there’s plenty of opportunity to share your branding project with the world. One winner and a second and third place runner-up will be announced in each category. One overall winner receives the title of ‘Visual Identity of the Year‘. The International Visual Identity Awards are proudly celebrating their thirteenth a1 ...

Is Memorizing Test Material Better than Actually Learning It?

When one is starting school and tests are limited to learning rhymes and identifying colors and numbers, it is obviously easy to memorize everything. But when we grow up, things aren’t as straightforward. Can memorization save students in college if they don’t take the time to really learn the material? Here are pros and cons of memorization which will help you get a clearer understanding of how you can succeed in an online class.