If you work in a representational style, in any traditional painting medium including but not limited to oil paint, acrylic paint, egg tempera, gouache, watercolour, ink, encaustic, fresco, and mixed media, you are eligible to enter the RAYMAR Painting Award.
Prizes
As well as global exposure and recognition of their practice to the global arts community, the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Prize Winners of the 2025 Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize, RAYMAR Painting Award will receive:
1st Prize Winner
$3,000 USD cash, generously donated by RAYMAR, creators of the finest panels! Panels are their passion. They craft their panels with the world’s finest materials to serve as the foundation for your artwork.
$1,500 USD worth of art photography and/or Fine Art archival print reproduction from Static Medium.
A fully sponsored retreat experience with Art Escape Italy. This prize provides artists with the opportunity to immerse themselves in a creative workshop, led by a renowned contemporary artist. The prize includes 6 nights of accommodation, all meals & beverages (including wine), 5 days of tuition, as well as open studio access, transfers to a from the retreat, use of easels & solvents, plus evening events. Please note that travel expenses and art supplies are not included. The winner of this prize can choose between any of Art Escape Italy’s 2026 Autumn retreats, all set at a secluded villa in the Italian countryside, designed to inspire and enhance your artistic practice.
A seven-night Artist Residency generously donated by Robert Lange Studios. This is an exceptional grant opportunity for artists seeking inspiration in the vibrant cultural and creative hub of Charleston, SC, in a dedicated artist-in-residence space housed within the renowned Robert Lange Studios fine art gallery, located in the heart of the city’s historic district. Artists will have the unique chance to immerse themselves in Charleston’s creative energy, work alongside esteemed artists, and connect with the gallery’s supportive community. The residency is designed to foster creativity, exploration, and connection, offering both solitude for focused work and engagement with the gallery’s dynamic environment. It’s an unparalleled opportunity to create, grow, and be inspired in one of the South’s most celebrated artistic spaces. **Note that there are black out dates, and travel expenses to/from Charleston, personal painting supplies, food and additional expenses are not included in the grant.
A bespoke box of paints generously designed and manufactured by Schaal Colors, created especially for the Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize 2025.
A beautiful, specially commissioned glass art award trophy.
The opportunity to exhibit in the prestigious Beautiful Bizarre Magazine exhibition at Haven Gallery in Northport, NY, USA, alongside 70+ of the world’s best contemporary representational artists.
Exposure to a successful commercial gallery’s collector base with the opportunity to sell their work.
3 month social media advertising package (Beautiful Bizarre Magazine: 1 million+ followers across all social media platforms).
Winning artwork published in the December 2025 issue of Beautiful Bizarre Magazine.
Exclusive in-depth interview published on the Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize and Beautiful Bizarre Magazine websites + shared across Beautiful Bizarre Magazine social media.
Profile listing [including artwork gallery] on the Beautiful Bizarre Artist Directory for 12 months. The go-to platform for artists, curators and collectors to discover exceptional artists and explore their work.
A year’s worth of inspiration – a print subscription to Beautiful Bizarre Magazine.
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2nd Prize Winner
$1,000 USD cash, generously donated by Rosemary Brushes, the finest quality handmade Artists’ Brushes.
$250 USD gift voucher, generously donated by Golden Artist Colors, manufacturer of artist quality materials including colours and mediums for painting in acrylics, oils, pastels and watercolour.
A bespoke box of paints generously designed and manufactured by Schaal Colors, created especially for the Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize 2025.
Three private 50-minute online mentoring sessions with renowned artist Edward Povey, provided and organized by Quarantine Events. Utilising Edward’s 50 years of experience as an artist as well as his background in psychology, these mentoring sessions will offer a multifaceted and holistic approach to foster further growth and experimentation, providing a learning experience far beyond standard textbook artistic mentoring. The organiser, Quarantine Events, offers unique artist quarantines and a solid support network, helping artists from around the world to shake free the shackles of what holds them back and grow with less fear and trepidation.
The opportunity to exhibit in the prestigious Beautiful Bizarre Magazine exhibition at Haven Gallery in Northport, NY, USA, alongside 70+ of the world’s best contemporary representational artists.
Exposure to a successful commercial gallery’s collector base with the opportunity to sell their work.
Exclusive in-depth interview published on the Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize and Beautiful Bizarre Magazine websites + shared across Beautiful Bizarre Magazine social media.
Profile listing [including artwork gallery] on the Beautiful Bizarre Magazine Artist Directory for 12 months. The go-to platform for artists, curators and collectors to discover exceptional artists and explore their work.
A year’s worth of inspiration – a print subscription to Beautiful Bizarre Magazine.
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3rd Prize Winner
$500 USD cash, generously donated by Rosemary Brushes, the finest quality handmade Artists’ Brushes.
A bespoke box of paints generously designed and manufactured by Schaal Colors, created especially for the Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize 2025.
The opportunity to exhibit in the prestigious Beautiful Bizarre Magazine exhibition at Haven Gallery in Northport, NY, USA, alongside 70+ of the world’s best contemporary representational artists.
Exposure to a successful commercial gallery’s collector base with the opportunity to sell their work.
Exclusive in-depth interview published on the Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize and Beautiful Bizarre Magazine websites + shared across Beautiful Bizarre Magazine social media.
Profile listing [including artwork gallery] on the Beautiful Bizarre Magazine Artist Directory for 12 months. The go-to platform for artists, curators and collectors to discover exceptional artists and explore their work.
A year’s worth of inspiration – a print subscription to Beautiful Bizarre Magazine.
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For more information about what and how to enter please visit read the Entry Criteria. Have more questions? We have you covered, check out the Frequently Asked Questions. Of course, we are also here to help with any inquiries. To speak to one of our team please email us at [email protected].