Drawing is where things begin: mark-making, style, ideas taking shape. This section gathers calls for illustrators, draughtspeople, and visual artists working on paper, digitally, or with mixed techniques.

Whether you do character design, editorial illustration, or more experimental work, use the filters to find opportunities that match your approach—and the time you actually have.

Illustration and drawing competitions and awards

Open calls for exhibitions, publications, and collective projects

Portfolio reviews and mentorship opportunities

Want a simple decision framework? The guides help you invest your energy where it matters.