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!
Submit your work to currently open calls and showcase your art on a global platform.
Deadline: February 28, 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 February 28, 2026.
Deadline: March 31, 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 31st March, 2026.
Deadline: April 30, 2026
Are you the one who loves to create with no set limits or boundaries? TERAVARNA India’s KALA Juried Art Competition is the right opportunity for you to explore limitless creativity. Work with abstract expressionism, realistic or representational figures to tell unique stories never told before. Join us in this artistic voyage and discover infinite possibilities to show your skill to a greater audience.
Coming Soon!
Explore upcoming opportunities and plan your submissions in advance.
KALA
Are you the one who loves to create with no set limits or boundaries? TERAVARNA India’s 3rd KALA Juried Art Competition is the right opportunity for you to explore limitless creativity. Work with abstract expressionism, realistic or representational figures to tell unique stories never told before. Join us in this artistic voyage and discover infinite possibilities to show your skill to a greater audience.
CANVAS
Hello artists! It’s time to share your brilliant canvases filled with acrylic and oil colours bubbling with innovative ideas as TERAVARNA India once again launches its 2nd Canvas Juried Art Competition for the fiery creators! Let your canvas art rule and reveal untold stories.
Completed Competitions
View past competitions and discover selected and winning artworks.
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