The Maison Perrier Art Prize 2026 offers emerging painters and designers a €40,000 cash prize and a 6-week artist residency in Ghana, along with mentorship under renowned artist Amoako Boafo and the opportunity to have their work featured on the packaging of this global brand.
According to Gallery Online, the program aims to bridge contemporary art and industrial design, seeking artists who can infuse the spirit of modern art into a global brand. By placing artworks on products accessible to the public, the program extends art beyond gallery walls into everyday life. The residency and mentorship also provide space, resources, and creative support to strengthen the artist’s practice through collaboration with the mentor and the dot.ateliers artistic community.
Eligibility
- Open to emerging artists over 25 years old worldwide with a relevant academic degree.
- Participation is individual only.
- Applicants must hold a diploma or degree from a recognized art school or higher education institution in painting, design, or visual arts.
- Photography, filmmaking, and sculpture are not eligible for this edition.
- Submitted works must be original, created within the last five years, and not previously awarded.
- Winning works must be suitable for application and printing on product packaging (bottles or cans).
Accepted Disciplines
- Painting
- Design
- Graphic Arts
Support and Opportunities
- Cash prize and production support up to €40,000
- 6-week residency at dot.ateliers in Ghana (September–October 2026)
- Mentorship with Amoako Boafo
- Opportunity to design artwork for limited edition Maison Perrier packaging
- International exposure and display of artworks
Registration Fee
- Free
Application Requirements
- Completed online registration form and portfolio of works from the past five years
- Artist statement describing practice and goals
- Copy of valid academic degree from an art school or university
- Copy of passport or ID (to verify age over 25)
- Introductory video (for shortlisted artists, second stage)
Languages: Official competition language is English. Applications are accepted in English, Mandarin, Spanish, French, Italian, or German. Applications in other languages will not be accepted.
Deadline
- March 31, 2026 (11 Farvardin 1405)
For more information, visit the official competition website.
