2023 NTD International Figure Painting Competition

The competition is truly one of a kind, as its mission is to promote the pure beauty, goodness, and authenticity of traditional painting. It heralds traditional artistic values and gives talented artists many extraordinary opportunities:

Revive the traditional art of realism figure oil painting.
The competition aims to reserve and revitalise the art of realism figure oil painting. Throughout history, traditional paintings sustained the test of time. They advocated objective realism skills and expressed the inner meaning of pure good and beauty. Great artworks extol the magnificence of the divine, praise human’s noble values, and touch people’s hearts. In times of uncertainty people are embracing works that deliver inspiration and hope.

Fulfill social responsibility of realism artists.
The works of realism artists direct the aesthetic values and moral standards of mankind. Only by continuously improving their own integrity and inner beauty, can the artists create masterpieces that will uplift the spirit of their viewers, and accordingly make a positive impact on society.

Global recognition and commercial success.
The works of finalists will be exhibited in one of the world-renowned art venues in New York City. Moreover, the winning artists will have the opportunity of exposure through the multiple channels and platforms of NTD Television and the Epoch Times

In addition to winning cash awards, artists will also have the chance to sell their artworks at a live auction during the exhibition and through NTD Television’s extensive commercial networks.

The competition is open to all professional realism artists, as well as fine art teachers and students, regardless of nationality. To apply, please visit the NTD International Figure Painting Competition webpage.

The Sixth NTD International Figure Painting Competition looks forward to working with realism artists around the world. Their aim is to restore traditional and upright moral values, and to create pure, truthful, compassionate, and beautiful artworks that will inspire generations for many years to come.