35th INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF FINE ARTS 'COLOR ART' brought to you by UNESCO
35th INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF FINE ARTS
COLOR ART
THEME: “RECIPE FOR HAPPINESS”
The International Festival of Visual Arts COLOR ART, organized by Goleniowski Dom Kultury (Goleniów Cultural Center), invites children and young people aged 6 to 17 to participate in an international art competition.
Since 1990, the festival has been promoting the artistic creativity of young people from all over the world. The aim is to highlight and support diverse forms of artistic expression by children and young people. The festival is held under the patronage of the Polish UNESCO Committee and other renowned institutions.
What is it about?
Under the motto “Recipe for Happiness,” drawings, paintings, and graphic works are sought that show what happiness means and how it can be increased—inspired by everyday life, friendships, family, nature, music, dreams, or the desire for peace.
Who can participate?
• Children and young people aged 6-17
• Individuals, schools, educational institutions, and cultural institutions
Categories
• Painting (drawing, painting, mixed media) - format A3-A1
• Graphic art (linocut, monotype) – format A4-A2
Submission deadline
🗓 February 14, 2026
(postmark date)
Prizes
The winners will be invited to attend the festival finale in May 2026, accompanied by one guest. The prize includes:
• Several days of artistic workshops on the Baltic Sea in Międzywodzie,
• Presentation of the works at an exhibition,
• Publication in the official festival catalog,
• Non-cash prizes and certificates.
Festival finale
• Award ceremony: May 8, 2026, Goleniów
• Workshops: May 8-13, 2026, Międzywodzie
Accommodation, meals, and materials will be provided by the organizer.
Further information & registration
🌐 www.colorart.goleniow.pl
🌐 www.facebook.com/international.festival.of.fine.arts