The iJungle Illustration Awards 2026, one of Europe’s leading international illustration competitions, is now accepting submissions from illustrators, comic artists, and visual storytellers worldwide.
Each year, the competition brings together artists working across a wide range of disciplines and highlights some of the most remarkable examples of contemporary illustration. Open to both established professionals and emerging talents, the awards offer an important international platform for creative recognition and exposure.
Categories
The competition features six main categories:
- Book
- Editorial
- Comics
- Commercial
- New Talent (Student)
- Self-Promotion
Eligibility
The competition is open to illustrators from all countries.
Illustrations created or published between 2022 and 2026 are eligible. Each illustrator may submit up to five works in total across all categories. Due to European sanctions, entries from Russian citizens residing in Russia are not accepted.
Awards
The overall winner receives the prestigious “Best of the Best” award along with a €2,500 cash prize.
In addition, each Gold Medal winner receives €500. The total prize value reaches approximately €5,000.
Winners also receive:
- Official certificates
- Featured interviews
- Social media promotion
- Inclusion in the annual digital e-book
- Exhibition in the online winners gallery
International Exposure
One of the strongest aspects of the iJungle Illustration Awards is its international visibility.
Selected works are published in an exclusive annual e-book distributed to art directors, publishers, design studios, and agencies around the world. This gives participating illustrators a valuable opportunity to showcase their work to influential professionals in the creative industry and expand their international network.
For many artists, the competition serves not only as an award program but also as a gateway to new collaborations and career opportunities.
Entry Fees
- Single image or student entry (up to five uploads): €25
- Multiple-image entry (up to five uploads): €48
Deadline
November 17, 2026
For detailed information and submissions, visit the official website:
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