Applications are open for Anthology Cover Art Award 2021. The award aims to foster and support both established and emerging visual artists and provide a platform for publication, the competition is open to multiple genres including painting, printmaking, mixed media, photography and digital media.

Works entered must not have appeared on the cover of another publication and not entered simultaneously in any other contest or competition. Works previously exhibited or published on the artist’s website on the interior pages of a book or magazine are accepted. Entries are invited from artists of all nationalities, living anywhere in the world. There is no limit to entries per person.

Prizes

The winner of the Anthology Cover Art Award will receive a €500 cash prize and publication on the cover of – and editorial coverage in – a future Issue of Anthology. The winner will also receive a one year subscription to Anthology

Entries

• All artwork entered must be the original work of those submitting it. Only one image per entry is allowed.
• There is no limit to the number of entries per person.
• The artist’s name should not appear on artwork as judging is anonymous.
• It is not compulsory but works produced within the last three years are preferred.
• A  panel of independent judges will select the prize winners and the decision of the judges will be final.
• Once announced, all entrants will be notified of the result by email. Finalists will be notified by email or telephone.
• By submitting your entry and paying the registration fee, you agree to all of the terms and conditions listed here.

Technical Specifications

• There are no size restrictions but entrants should note that artwork may be cropped so that is fits the cover space (190 x 195mm). Past covers of Anthology can be viewed here.
• Artwork will be accepted in JPG, PNG or PDF form. The maximum file size is 4MB. Winners will be contacted for high-resolution images.

Submit your Cover Art