THEMES
Paint, Create, Ignite
SOMETHING FOR EVERY VISION
At TERAVARNA India, creativity knows no limits! We welcome artists across all styles—figurative, water colour, abstract, still life, and more. Whether you’re inspired by culture, nature, history, or mythology, find a painting competition theme that brings your vision to life.
Explore diverse art contest themes and submit your masterpiece in our exclusive drawing competition themes. Participate in exciting painting competition topics, express your creativity, and showcase your talent to a global audience.
Ongoing Juried Art Competitions!
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Deadline: December 15, 2025
Calling all budding artists! The Junior Art Competition 2025 by TERAVARNA India is your chance to showcase imagination without limits. From vibrant doodles to playful sketches, bold colors to curious shapes every creation is welcome. With no fixed theme, young creators aged 16 years and below are free to dream, explore, and tell their stories through art. Let your creativity shine for the world to see!
Deadline: December 16, 2025
It’s a rare opportunity to list and sell your artworks for free with one of the biggest art marketplaces of the world, Artsy. TERAVARNA India invites submissions for jurying, while selected works will have guaranteed listing for a year on the reputed platform of Artsy. It’s an OPEN-themed contest, so enter the show with Rs.799 only and sell art online on an international platform, with zero effort. Submit by 16th Dec, 2025.
Deadline: January 15, 2026
If you love to work with vibrant colour palettes, the RANG Juried Art Competition 2025 by TERAVARNA India is the right place to be! Enjoy the ‘Open’ themed contest inviting artworks in crayon, pastel, and soft pastel. There’s no theme to restrict your flow! Make your radiant art splash colours of hope and happiness and win cash prizes up to Rs. 25,000. It’s time to splash more ‘rang’ into your life. Get your pastels ready by January 15, 2026.
Deadline: February 15, 2026
Fill your canvas with watery sketches dynamic and buoyant creations in watercolours, as TERAVARNA India welcomes artists to its NEER Watercolour Juried Art Competition, an incredible show of fluid masterpieces. Take out your watercolour carousels and start creating captivating pieces until your work steals the spotlight! Artists aged 16 years and above are invited to this watercolour odyssey, to win cash prizes up to Rs. 25,000. The deadline for submission is 15th February, 2026.
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FAMOUS PERSONALITY
Some individuals shape history with their inspirational vision and brilliance. Immortalize the legacy of great figures—leaders, scientists, artists, and cultural icons—who have left a lasting impact on the world. Create expressive portraits or conceptual artworks to honour these remarkable personalities through this art contest theme.
FLORA & FAUNA
Capture India’s breathtaking biodiversity in this art contest theme. From delicate blooming flowers to majestic wildlife, this category encourages artists to showcase the harmony of nature. Choose from detailed botanical illustrations, surreal jungle landscapes, or wildlife portraits to highlight India’s stunning flora and fauna. Whether you prefer vibrant watercolours or intricate inkwork, this painting competition theme is your chance to depict the natural world.
FREEDOM STRUGGLE
India’s freedom movement is a saga of courage, sacrifice, and resilience. Illustrate powerful moments from India’s struggle for independence—whether it’s Mahatma Gandhi’s Dandi March, Bhagat Singh’s defiance, or Rani Lakshmibai’s valour. Turn your brushstrokes into a revolution on canvas in this painting competition theme, commemorating India’s glorious fight for freedom.
TRIBAL ART
India’s tribal culture has birthed some of the most captivating indigenous art forms. Explore and showcase your creativity through Warli, Madhubani, Gond, Pattachitra, Sora, Bhil, Khovar, and Kalamezhuthu art. Celebrate tribal traditions and folk storytelling through your artwork and contribute to the preservation of India’s authentic art themes.
WOMEN EMPOWERMENT
India is witnessing a transformational era where women are making remarkable strides in science, politics, business, and arts. Illustrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of Indian women through your artwork.Use your artistic skills to create an impactful painting competition theme that celebrates women breaking barriers, leading movements, and reshaping the nation’s future.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Step into the rich historical tapestry of India. Whether it’s the majestic forts of Rajasthan, the intricacy of Mughal architecture, or the resilience of ancient cave paintings, illustrate history through art. This drawing competition theme encourages you to explore historical monuments, folk traditions, and lost legacies. Depict stories from different eras, showcasing the timeless charm of India’s past through varied painting competition topics.
FAQs
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
1. Is there a submission fee to enter TERAVARNA India’s art competitions?
Yes, with a nominal submission fee of Rs 250 per artwork, you can join us in exploring unique drawing competition themes that best suit your choices. For participants aged 16 years and below, the entry fee is kept at Rs 199 per artwork. Please note that the submitted fees are non-refundable.
2. What is the total cash prize amount?
Each competition offers upto ₹25,000 in cash prizes, awarded to upto 25 artists. Whether you participate in a painting competition theme focused on mythology, nature, or history, your artwork stands a chance to win!
3. How are the cash prizes distributed?
Cash prizes are awarded in five ranking categories: First, Second, Third, Fourth, and Fifth place winners. Our art contest themes offer multiple opportunities for artists to receive recognition and rewards.
4. Where will my artwork be showcased?
Winning and selected artworks will be displayed in TERAVARNA India’s Winner’s Gallery on our official website and promoted across all our social media platforms. Your painting competition theme submission could gain you immense exposure!
5. Are there opportunities for physical exhibitions?
Yes! Selected artists may exhibit in Indian art galleries, as well as in the USA and Europe. Participating in painting competition topics at TERAVARNA India can help you gain international recognition.
6. Can I submit my artwork anytime?
Yes, we accept artwork submissions 24x7 through our online portal. Whether you’re working on a traditional drawing competition theme or exploring new painting competition topics, you can submit your work at any time.
7. Who can participate?
Our art contest themes for TERAVARNA India are broadly divided into two age groups. Participants who are 16 years and above are free to explore multiple themes. Younger competitors below 16 years can submit their artworks in the JUNIOR Juried Art Competition and win amazing prizes!
8. Are there any restrictions on artwork size or medium?
No, you can submit artwork of any size and in any medium, including painting, digital art, sculpture, and mixed media. Whether you work with traditional techniques or modern digital formats, all painting competition topics are welcome.
9. Do participants receive certificates?
Yes, all participants receive an official certificate, regardless of whether they win a prize. Showcase your painting competition theme participation with an official certification!
10. Are there other awards besides cash prizes?
Yes! We also offer Honourable Mention and Finalist awards, ensuring that a wide range of painting competition themes and artistic expressions get recognised.
11. Can I participate in solo or group exhibitions?
At the moment, TERAVARNA India does not organise any solo or group exhibitions, but since we are always open to maximising our opportunities for artists, we look forward to executing these plans in the future. Stay tuned!
12. Will my artwork be promoted?
Yes! Winning and selected artists gain social media exposure through TERAVARNA India’s platforms. Your painting competition theme submission will receive visibility across a global audience.
13. Can I sell my artwork through TERAVARNA India?
TERAVARNA India is currently planning to launch an initiative where artists can sell their art easily. We are also looking forward to having our own marketplace in the future.
14. Why Participate in TERAVARNA India’s Art Competitions?
—Diverse painting competition topics to explore
—Cash prizes and global recognition
—Opportunities for online and physical exhibitions
—Exposure on international art platforms
—Cash prizes and global recognition
—Opportunities for online and physical exhibitions
—Exposure on international art platforms