Mazda ART AWARDS 2026

Grant awards for best paintings offer financial support, recognition, increased exposure, and motivation for artists. Will be decided by Jury with no strings attached upon receiving the award. 

Artworks will be exhibited over 3 days in one of Hyderabad’s finest air-conditioned art galleries, where the Jury will view all exhibited works in person to decide the awards.

Brilliant opportunity to showcase and sell your artwork. Reach a curated audience of art enthusiasts, collectors, and peers, earn additional revenue directly from sales.

Maximise your earnings with our 0% commission model. Artists keep 100% of their sales proceeds during the Awards exhibition, making it a highly rewarding way to sell your work while attracting more buyers.

All participating artist will receive a Certificate of Participation & Citation on website.

Extensive media coverage, including articles, reviews, interviews, and features, highlighting the exhibition, award announcements, and activities over the 3-day event.

Selected 50 Award winning artworks will be showcased at Mazda Art Gallery online for 1 Year, positioning the artist within a curated, premium art ecosystem.

Gallery can only accommodate only 250 painting for jury evaluation, hence each artist is restricted to exhibit max of 2 artworks and participation is on first come first serve basis. 

Paintings will be hung on channels with the support of thread, which will be provided by Mazda Art. However, all artworks must be framed and should have a provision to hang it. Art works on stretched canvases don't require framing, but you can frame it if you wish. Max Size 48H x 36W in inches per Artwork including frame. Max weight of the Artwork including Frame cannot exceed more than 6 KGS.

No provision for stretching the canvas or framing the artwork will be provided at the venue; artists will need to handle these requirements themselves before arriving at the gallery.

Use of adhesives or tapes for displaying any information on the Gallery wall is strictly prohibited & Lights will be adjusted by the Gallery electrician after all the artworks have been arranged by the curator.

The curator reserves the right to move artworks & easels; between galleries & corridors, anytime during the event to enhance display, improve visitor experience, group works thematically, manage space, and ensure optimal lighting conditions are met and artists' comments on these decisions will not be entertained.

Jury will be reviewing the artworks displayed at the Gallery in person and Mazda Art Awards winners will be announced for top 50 artworks across all mediums on the closing day Sunday 26 April 2026 at the Award Ceremony. The Jury's decision is final, and no correspondence will be entertained.

Participating artists must physically bring their artwork to the gallery on Setup day Wed 22nd April 2026 – 11 AM to 5 PM or Thu 23rd April 2026 – 11 AM to 5 PM and retrieve it after the awards ends. Shipping / courier services for outstation artist is allowed only on a case to case basis. Please reach out on +91 7396569290 or email at info@mazdaart.com for more details about courier service.

 Mazda Art and State Gallery of Art will not be responsible for any damage, loss, or theft of artwork during the event due to unforeseen events or circumstances. Artists are strongly encouraged to take appropriate precautions, including securing insurance for their artworks at their own expense.

We have provided information about Lion India for artist convenience only, especially who are not familiar with Hyderabad. Artists are welcome to reach out to other framing establishments if they prefer. Please note that we do not charge any commission or take responsibility for the outcome of Lion India.

Artwork featuring nudity, vulgarity, accusations of any sort, controversial subjects, or content deemed demeaning will not be allowed. This rule is in place to ensure a respectful and positive environment for all participants and attendees of different age groups. Please be aware that we reserve the right to remove any artwork from display at the festival in such scenarios.

Please note that registration fees once paid, it is non-refundable under any circumstances.