BADA Art Prize 2025

The BADA is proud to announce that the BADA Art Prize is returning for a fifth year, promoting "the antiques of tomorrow" by awarding a £1,000 grant to an emerging contemporary artist whose work exemplifies the enduring ingenuity and quality illustrated by our members' objects.

Eligibility: Applicants must be currently enrolled in or have completed a post-secondary education at a UK institution. Submissions must be original works produced within the last 2 years. Beyond this, there are no criteria - all medium and styles are welcome.

What you get: Finalists will be selected by a panel of industry experts, including internationally recognised artists, art critics, and curators. The finalists' works will be on public view at the BADA Art Prize reception on 13th November 2025 at David Messum Fine Art in London and the winner announced at the event. The winner will be awarded a £1,000 grant.

Deadline 01 October 2025

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