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RTÉ This is Art! 2026
This year's theme is

This is Us!

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RTÉ This is Art! is Ireland's most exciting art competition for young people of all ages

  • RTÉ
  • Cine Foras Éireann Create Ireland Community Partner Programme
  • Shared Island Initiative

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The Brief Past Winners The Prizes

Competition Details

  • September 22nd 2026 Entries Open
  • January 31st 2027 Entries Close
  • March 2027 Winners announced

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The Judges

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This year, our professional jury for RTÉ This is Art! will include top artists, educators, and curators. They will select winners and provide personalised feedback to 100 highly commended artists, offering valuable advice to help you improve as an artist.

Barbara Knežević

Artist & Educator

Charlotte McReynolds

Art Curator

Holly Pereira

Illustrator & Muralist

Will Sliney

Comic Book Artist & Illustrator