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Illustrators of the Future Contest, 1st Quarter 2027

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A free quarterly contest for new science fiction and fantasy artists, judged by professional illustrators. Each quarter three winners get $500, and one of the year's winners gets a further $5,000. Entrants send three pieces and keep their rights.

Deadline
Dec 31
Submissions open
Oct 1
Where
Online (Los Angeles, CA)
Entry
Free
Who can apply
New science fiction and fantasy artists worldwide (see contest rules); no AI art

Chosen and checked by Plya on Oct 15. Dates and terms come from the organizer; confirm them on their site before you apply.