World Illustration Awards 2026: Entry deadline 17 February, illustrators encouraged to apply
By
Garrick Webster
4mo ago· 8 min readenOpinion
75/100
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Summary
The article promotes the World Illustration Awards 2026, encouraging illustrators to enter before the 17 February deadline. It addresses common reasons artists don't enter awards (being too busy, lacking confidence, procrastination) and highlights the affordability of entry fees. The piece emphasizes the career benefits, exposure, and recognition that come from participating in the awards.
Key quotes
· 5 pulledIt's surprising how many illustrators don't enter awards.
Sometimes an artist is just too busy, which seems fair enough.
Don't let that be your excuse.
Yes, times are tough. However, entry isn't expensive at all.
Get yer giddy-up! The awards close for entries on 17 February, and you've got to be in it to win it.
Get yer giddy-up! The awards close for entries on 17 February, and you've got to be in it to win it.
It's surprising how many illustrators don't enter awards. Sometimes an artist is just too busy, wh...
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