Competition “And the Sea as Life…”
As Ace Ventura once said: "In competition, there’s always an adventure."
Take a step forward. Let your talent shine on the big stage. Apply, present your work, and become part of the “And the Sea, Like Life” contest, held within the second season of the Doll’Arte exhibition in Riga from March 20–22, 2026, bringing together talented people and sparking inspiration.
Every doll is a little world of its own. The author’s doll contest is not just a competition — it’s a celebration of creativity, where every work is unique, and every artist is special.
Why participate?
• Talent recognition — your works will be seen by art lovers, collectors, and fellow creators.
• Creative freedom — the contest is a platform with no limits to imagination.
• New opportunities — meet like-minded people, exchange experiences, and find inspiration.
• Awards and visibility — winners will receive prizes, publications, and broad audience attention.
Who is this contest for?
• Anyone, regardless of whether they participate in the main exhibition.
• Artists working in various techniques — from textile to porcelain dolls.
• Beginners who want to make their first mark.
• Professionals seeking to expand the boundaries of their creativity.
Dear Artist,
As part of the international exhibition Doll’Arte 2026, we invite you to participate in the author’s doll competition on the theme:
“And the Sea as Life…”
Everyone is welcome to participate, not only artists directly taking part in the exhibition. The entries will be evaluated by an expert jury in the following categories:
❗️ Absolute Triumph (Grand Prix by jury)
❗️ Theme Interpretation
❗️ Filigree Execution
❗️ Creative Breakthrough
❗️ Ode to Costume
❗️ Details Matter
❗️ Emotional Accent
❗️ Teddy and Friends
❗️ Miniature
Winners in all categories will receive commemorative prizes. All participants will receive certificates of participation.
Entries must be no taller than 50 cm, match the theme, and can be made in any technique, but not from workshops.
The competition will be held offline. Artists can deliver their works personally or by mail, provided the shipping cost is covered and clear author instructions (photo and audio materials) for mounting and installation are included.
To apply, participants must complete a form on our website and provide high-quality photographs of their work before the 1st of March.
Application deadline: March 1, 2026. For mailed submissions, participants should consider delivery times.
Participation fee:
1 work – €25
2 works – €40