All competitions · Prize / award
The 9th John Ruskin Prize: Not for Present Delight
Trinity Buoy Wharf Trust / The Big Draw · London, United Kingdom
International open prize for artists, designers and makers of any level in any 2D or 3D medium, on the theme 'Not for Present Delight'; £9,500 in prizes; exhibition at Trinity Buoy Wharf, London, 28 January – 21 February 2027.
Your eligibility
Tell us about yourself and we will check these rules against your details. Nothing leaves your device until you sign in.
Who can enter
- Location
- Open worldwide
- Age
- No age limit
- Career stage
- Any
- Mediums
- Any medium
- Theme
- Not for Present Delight, craftsmanship, social engagement
- Submission
- Online submission
- Also
- Open worldwide to any skill level; Alan Davidson Prize restricted to artists under 26.
About
The John Ruskin Prize, now in its ninth edition, celebrates work reflecting Ruskin's belief in craftsmanship, social engagement and making with consequence in mind. The 2026 theme is 'Not for Present Delight'. It is open to emerging and established artists, designers and makers worldwide working in any 2D or 3D medium, including drawing, painting, print, sculpture, photography, textile, ceramics, animation, digital, performance and installation.
Entries opened on 13 May 2026 and close on Tuesday 17 November 2026 at 5pm GMT via ArtOpps. Results are notified by 11 December 2026. The private view and awards ceremony is on 27 January 2027 and the exhibition runs 28 January to 21 February 2027 at Trinity Buoy Wharf, London.
Prizes total £9,500: 1st Prize £3,000, Ruskin Mill Trust Prize £3,000, Chelsea Arts Club Trust Prize £2,500 and the Alan Davidson Under 26 Prize £1,000, plus a GreatArt People's Choice materials award. This prize is distinct from the Trinity Buoy Wharf Drawing Prize.