2026 ShinHan Postcard Art Contest Announces Global Call for Young Artists

South Korean art materials company ShinHan Art Materials has officially launched the 2026 ShinHan Postcard Art Contest, inviting children and teenagers from around the world to share their imagination and artistic vision through postcard-sized paintings.

The long-running international youth art competition encourages young creatives to express personal stories, dreams, and emotions using traditional fine art techniques. Open to participants aged 4 to 18, the contest has become a respected global platform supporting artistic development and cross-cultural creativity among young artists.

This year’s theme is:

“A Postcard to Myself: 30 Years from Now. Drawing Tomorrow.”

Participants are invited to imagine their future selves and visually express their hopes, dreams, and expectations for the future. Organizers encourage entrants to reflect on questions such as:

“What would you say to your future self?”
“What kind of tomorrow do you want to imagine?”

Artists are asked to transform these ideas into an original postcard artwork using traditional painting materials.

The competition emphasizes creativity, composition, storytelling, and color sensitivity within a compact format. Although mixed media elements may be included, fine art paint must remain the primary medium.

Competition Details

• Deadline: May 31, 2026
• Eligibility: Open worldwide to young artists aged 4–18
• Artwork Size: Maximum 14.7 cm × 10 cm (5.78 × 3.93 inches)
• Submission Limit: One artwork per participant
• Medium: Traditional fine art materials such as watercolor, acrylic, or oil paint
• Entry Fee: Free

Awards

The competition offers cash prizes and art materials across multiple age categories:

Grand Prize

• 1 Winner — US $2,000

1st Place Awards

• Ages 16–18: US $600
• Ages 13–15: US $400
• Ages 7–12: US $200
• Ages 4–6: US $200

Additional Awards

• 2nd Place: 8 winners receive US $100
• 3rd Place: 8 winners receive ShinHan Art Materials products

The ShinHan Postcard Art Contest continues to promote artistic expression at an early age while connecting young artists globally through visual storytelling and creativity.

For complete rules, submission guidelines, and entry information, visit the official competition website:

ShinHan Art Contest Official Website