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MYTHOLOGY

Juried Art Competition

Showcase your work on a global scale

Showcase your work on a global scale

Leverage your artsy potential through our art competition and win cash prizes.

Leverage your artsy potential through our art competition and win cash prizes.

Chance to win big money, up to 50,000 cash prizes to 50 artists.

Chance to win big money, up to 50,000 cash prizes to 50 artists.

Get social media exposure for your winning art.

Get social media exposure for your winning art.

Get professionally-designed artist certificates.

Get professionally-designed artist certificates.

“Mythology is a subjective truth. Every culture imagines life a certain way.”

-Devdutt Pattanaik

The Fine Print For Participating In TERAVARNA’S Mythology Art Competition 

TERAVARNA.in invites visual artists across the globe to take part in its “1st MYTHOLOGY Juried Art Competition” – a mythic journey through the lens of Indian mythology art.

From the eternal expressions of Hindu gods and goddesses to the noble portrayal of epic heroes, sages, and mythical beings, this mythological painting competition urges artists to delve into the timeless narratives and rich iconography of Indian epics & folklore. Artists can explore the celestial aura of goddess Durga, the fierce-faced Kali, the virtuous ruler Rama, or even the layered personas of mortals who walked with the divine.

Please note that this is an ALL INDIA JURIED COMPETITION celebrating the boundless canvas. Here, creativity knows no boundary.

ALL ART FORMS, including 2D and 3D works, such as paintings, sculptures, digital art, printmaking, fiber art, photography, graphic art, mixed media, experimental creations, and installation pieces are welcomed.​

Submission fee to this competition is Rs. 250/ artwork. There's no hidden costs.​

Artists can submit their artwork based on mythology theme, artistic works of Indian god and goddess painting, and all other mythological art.

All artworks must be ORIGINAL WORK of the artist.​

This art competition is ONLINE ONLY. No physical copies need to be shipped to the gallery.​

The competition is open to ALL AGES.

However, all children submissions will be juried and grouped separately from adults.​

50 ARTISTS WIN CASH PRIZES in this competition.​

RS. 50,000 CASH given to artists in this competition.​

Artists can find detailed submission guidelines on TERAVARNA's website.

Cash Prizes & Awards

50 artists will win Rs. 50,000 in cash prizes. **

 

 The grant money will be unrestricted and may be used in any manner by the recipient artist. 

 

First Prize Award | ₹10,000

2 Second Prizes | ₹3,500 EACH

7 Third Prizes | ₹1,500 EACH

15 Fourth Prizes | ₹1,000 EACH

25 Fifth Prizes | ₹300 EACH

 

All artists will be given professionally-designed award certificates.

Category

​All types of visual arts will be considered, including but not limited to, Painting and Mixed Media, Photography and digital, Sculpture and 3D Installation.

Deadline

The deadline for submission is: June 20, 2025

Fee

Rs. 250 per artwork (non-refundable) for this competition.

Timeline

Unveil the blueprint for the competition: 

NOW | Art Competition Open

20  JUNE 2025, 11:59 PM IST | Deadline for Entries

25 JUNE 2025 | Winner Notification Starts

25 JUNE 2025  | Cash Prize Notification Starts

26 JUNE 2025  | Exhibition of Winning Artworks Starts

10 JULY 2025 | Cash Prize Distribution Starts***

17 JULY 2025 | Exhibition of Winning Artworks Ends

18 JULY 2025 | Winning Artworks Archived

 

*** All cash prizes are given out via (payment mode) 

How to Apply

STEP 1: Select the number of artworks you'd like to submit.

STEP 2: Pay via PayPal, UPI, debit or credit cards, mobile wallets, etc.

STEP 3: After successful payment, you'll be redirected to a page where you can upload your images and other details.​

 

NOTE: If you have any issues with your image submissions, please email us at info@teravarna.in and we'll promptly get back to you.

Submit now

HOW MANY ARTWORKS ARE YOU SUBMITTING?

Still not sure if you should participate in a Mythology art competition?

Feeling puzzled! Let us make it easy for you!

TERAVARNA India is here with the golden opportunity to let you explore the widely-circulated Indian myths and mythological art with its 1st Mythology Juried Art Competition. The theme is centred around paintings of gods, mythological drawing, god artwork and more, hence show up in this unique art competition to revisit the interesting stories and tales related to these divine entities and win BIG!

The competition is open to all mediums, and interpretations may range from traditional god portrait of Shiva-Parvati, Radha-Krishna, Ganesha, goddess Saraswati, Laxmi to abstract painting of god – as long as you can capture the mythological essence vividly.

This inclusive platform also welcomes artworks of mythological animals and spiritual entities, as they have greater symbolic significance in India's mythic traditions—from Garuda and Nandi to Makara and the many avatars of the gods. (There are ‘33 kotis’ to explore in the Hindu pantheon of gods and goddesses!)

So, whether you specialise in paintings, sculptures, digital art, printmaking, photography, or any other medium, TERAVARNA.in welcomes you to show your divine skills on traditional and modern Hindu god art unleashing the epic grandeur.

Celebrate the various facets of Indian mythology art—from the wrath of Shiva to the tranquil charm of Lord Vishnu, from Meerabai’s devotion to the prowess of Draupadi. Make your canvas tell their stories afresh.

For every seasoned professional or passionate emerging artist, TERAVARNA.in offers a powerful platform to showcase to the world. By joining the competition, you can connect with renowned artists from diverse backgrounds, exchange ideas and expand your network. Such connections open doors to collaborations, exhibitions, and future creative endeavors. 

This is your chance to unleash your artistry and come up with your best mythology paintings of the divine & mortal. Get featured and widen your reach through our Mythology Juried Art Competition 2025.

What’s holding you back? Show up with your beautiful god paintings art in our art competition NOW. Visit TERAVARNA's website today for detailed submission guidelines as you embark on this epic journey.

Everything You Get At TERAVARNA

Rs. 50,000 cash prizes guaranteed

Cash prizes awarded to 50 artists

Artists showcased in virtual gallery walls

Opportunity for exhibition in Indian art galleries

Opportunity for exhibition in USA and Europe

24x7 online submission

Open to all age groups and nationalities

Any artwork sizes

Use any medium of your choice

Certificates for all participants

Cash prizes for First, Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth place rankings

Honorable Mention and Finalist awards

Opportunity for solo and group shows for artists

Opportunity for social media promotions

Opportunity to sell your artwork

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