It’s that time of year again: every three years, the town of Bietigheim-Bissingen awards the “Linocut Today” printmaking prize, now in its thirteenth year. Founded in 1989, the prize has long since become an institution and has established itself as one of the most important international graphic design awards: its focus on a single technique is also an absolutely unique selling point. The past twelve competitions have always received around 500 entries from all over the world. All forms of artistic linocut are welcome: from small-format black and white sheets to huge colorful works. There are no limits to imagination and creativity! The works to be submitted must not have been created before 2022 and must not have been involved in any other competition. The deadline for submitting photos for pre-selection is December 1 using the forms available for download. The next round, i.e. the submission of originals, is scheduled for February 2025. The varied exhibition “Linocut Today XIII” with the works of the approximately 30-40 selected artists will then start on July 25, 2025.
“Linocut today” is endowed with three prizes of € 5000, € 3000 and € 2000. The prize-winning works will also be purchased for the collection of the Städtische Galerie Bietigheim-Bissingen. In addition, the jury decides on the purchase of three further works and selects the exhibits for the exhibition, which is always accompanied by a catalog.
Conditions of participation
Registration form
Application deadline: December 01, 2024