About the prize
Where Tradition Meets Technology
The Beyond Future Art Prize celebrates artists who are blending traditional techniques with emerging tools — especially those who are exploring the creative possibilities of AI.
We believe that great art doesn’t come from machines — it comes from humans using tools with intention. That’s why this year, we’re spotlighting artists who work with their hands — in painting, drawing, photography, or other tactile forms — and are now experimenting with how AI can enhance or support their creative process.
Whether you’re using AI to help plan compositions, generate references, experiment with form, or develop ideas — we want to see how you’re pushing your practice forward.
This is not a prize for fully AI-generated art.
It’s a celebration of artists who are staying true to their craft while embracing the future.
Awards
- Winner: Cash Prize HK$10,000 , Trophy and Physical Certificate
- 1st Runner-Up: Cash Prize HK$6,000 and Physical Certificate
- 2nd Runner-Up: Cash Prize HK$4,000 and Physical Certificate
- 3rd Runner-Up: Cash Prize HK$3,000 and Physical Certificate
- 4th Runner-Up: Cash Prize HK$2,000 and Physical Certificate
- Top 20 finalists: Digital Certificate
Theme of 2025
Tradition, Technology and Transformation
This year’s theme invites artists to explore how new tools like AI can open up fresh directions in their traditional practice.
We’re looking for submissions from artists who:
- Work primarily in traditional techniques (e.g. painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, mixed media, hand crafted artworks)
- Are beginning to incorporate AI as a helpful assistant — not to replace their hand, but to spark new ideas or expand their vision
- Are curious about how technology can be used thoughtfully and meaningfully in the creative process
Whether AI is a brainstorming partner, a sketch generator, a layout tool, or a digital collaborator — we want to see how you’re using it to transform your way of making art, not your identity as an artist.
A Creative Call to the Future
Entry Requirements
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Who Can Apply
- Open to artists worldwide, aged 15 or above
- You should work primarily in traditional or physical media — painting, drawing, printmaking, analog photography, or mixed media
- You’re starting to explore AI tools to assist in some part of your creative process — whether idea development, composition, reference generation, or experimentation
What We’re Looking For
- Original artworks that show how you’re blending traditional processes with new technologies
- Pieces that reflect a personal or creative transformation — how AI is helping you try something new
- Work that shows technical skill, creativity, and thoughtful use of AI
What We’re Not Looking For
- Fully AI-generated artworks with minimal or no human involvement
- Art that was simply created using a prompt and generator, without an artist’s touch or vision
Judging Criteria
The jurors will evaluate the works by taking into consideration the international contemporary art features and according to qualitative criteria as well as technical abilities.
Originality of the work
Novelty
Technical Mastery
Message Conveyed
Award Jury
Desmond Fung
Co-founder of Studio 83, VZOW and Bond 83
Hong Kong
Charles Hui
Co-founder of Studio 83, VZOW and Bond 83
Hong Kong
Xiang Gu
Sustainability Practitioner
Hong Kong
Elaine Tai
Regional Marketing Head at Geox Asia Pacific
Hong Kong
Shicheng Hung
AI Artist, IOYOI, Convener of BCDA
Taipei
Lindsey McAlister, OBE, JP
Founder of Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation
Hong Kong
Cindy Kang
Artist and Illustrator
New York
Andrew Lam
Lawyer & Private Equity Investor
Hong Kong
Rachel Sham
FF&E Director at Cheng Chung Design & Artist
Hong Kong
Wilson Tsoi
Founder of 1001HK Ltd
Hong Kong
FAQ
Do I need to submit my submission piece physically? .
No, there is no need to submit your artwork physically. Please provide high-quality images of your submission through our online platform for evaluation purposes
Can I submit multiple artworks for my submission?
Yes, you are welcome to submit more than one piece of artwork to support your submission as long as the artwork can present convey a coherence message related to our theme.
Is there a submission fee?
No, entry is completely free for all participants.
When will the results be announced?
For information on the announcement of results, please refer to the timeline provided on our website.
What is the prize for this award?
- Winner: Cash Prize HK$10,000 , Trophy and Physical Certificate
- 1st Runner-Up: Cash Prize HK$6,000 and Physical Certificate
- 2nd Runner-Up: Cash Prize HK$4,000 and Physical Certificate
- Top 20 finalists: Digital Certificate
Who was the previous winner?
The 2024 winner was Sofia Laskarri from United Kingdom, 2023 winner was Katerina Belkina from Germany and the winner of 2022 was Mariam Abouzid Souali from Morocco.
How will the results be announced?
The shortlisted artists and the winner will be announced on our website and our Instagram account @beyondfutureart. Please stay tuned for updates and news related to the prize.
