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Best Emerging Talent Award – FIDA 12th Awards
Best Emerging Talent Award – FIDA 12th Awards
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Step into the spotlight and showcase your creativity as a rising star. This award celebrates the next generation of illustrators and fashion artists, offering a global platform to launch your career. Be recognised by industry leaders and receive global promotion.
Every single submission will be shown on our dedicated FIDA awards platform and will also be entered into the People's Choice Vote.
About This Award:
For current students and creatives who have graduated in the last 5 years.
The Best Emerging Talent Award is designed to highlight new voices and fresh perspectives in fashion art and illustration. Open to students, early-career creatives, and anyone looking to establish themselves in the industry, this award recognises potential, originality, and a unique artistic vision.
It is the perfect opportunity for up-and-coming talent to be seen by leading commissioners, agents, and industry experts worldwide.
What You Can Use:
Submissions can be created using any technique or medium, including:
- Analogue tools: pencil, ink, watercolour, acrylic, mixed media, or collage
- Digital tools: Procreate, Photoshop, Illustrator, iPad, Wacom, Clo3D
- Hybrid methods: traditional mediums refined digitally
Key Details:
- Open to all artists worldwide (members & non-members)
- Entries can be commissioned, published, unpublished, or personal projects
- Submit work online, no need to send originals.
- Judged by an esteemed international panel of industry experts
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New for 2026 – Every Artist Gets Featured
Every artist submitting work for the 12th Awards will be featured on our dedicated FIDA AWARDS platform throughout the event. Your website and/or social media links will also be included, creating extra visibility and promotional opportunities.
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New for 2026 – The People’s Vote
For the first time in the FIDA Awards, all submitted artwork will be featured online for the public to view and vote for their favourite artist. Share your entry with followers, friends and family and encourage them to vote.
Prizes for each Category Winner:
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Exclusive feature at London Fashion Week. Each category winner will have their work featured at a curated exhibition at LONDON FASHION WEEK
- Global showcase and International promotion across FIDA’s digital and social platforms, and email campaign
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A dedicated winner’s feature on the FIDA Worldwide website for each category winner
Important Information
The FIDA Awards celebrates original work.
AI-generated artwork will not be accepted, and artists may be asked to provide proof of creation.
Important Dates:
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Final Submission Deadline: Sunday 6th December 2026, 11:59 PM EST
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Long List Announcement: Tuesday 8th December 2026
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Short List Announcement: Friday 11th December 2026
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Voting for People's Vote Closes: Thursday 17th December 2026, 11:59 PM EST
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Winner's Announcement: Friday 18th December 2026
Why Enter:
The Emerging Talent Award is your chance to break through and be recognised at an international level. With access to industry experts and unparalleled exposure, this award is the ideal launchpad for building a career in fashion art and illustration. The winner will receive a curated showcase at London Fashion Week, a feature across the FIDA platforms, and a winner's interview on the FIDA website to give you continued exposure long after the prize announcement.
12th FIDA Award Judges
We’re delighted to welcome a talented panel of creatives to judge this year’s awards, each bringing their own unique perspective and expertise to the artworks.
👉 Apply now for the Best Emerging Talent Award and take the first step towards global recognition.
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