OPEN CALL “Paolo Coppini Award 2026”. 2026 marks the second edition and will be a special year for us: Coppini Arte Olearia turns 80
For this reason, the chosen theme brings with it the value of union, of connection, of the ability of art – as well as of oil – to bring people closer together.
Objective of the Prize
The Paolo Coppini Prize was born to give voice to artists of all ages who have the courage and sensitivity to tell the world through their own perspective.
The project is inspired by the vision of , who deeply believed in the synergy between art and extra virgin olive oil.
The Prize aims to create a bridge between creativity and culture, generate authentic connections and give life to a movement that goes beyond simple work, to transform into experience, emotion and shared memory.
Theme 2026: The thread that unites
An invisible but very strong bond.
It is the family that finds itself at the table, the embrace of those who recognize themselves, the memory that crosses the generations.
It is a taste that becomes memory, a gesture that turns into affection.
It is the art of creating and sharing, the passion that becomes promised.
It is the beauty that inspires, the research that looks ahead, the tradition that remains alive.
Because oil, like love, first feels and then explains itself.
And when there is, it unites.
Artists are invited to reinterpret this message and turn it into image.
Allowed techniques:
Collage
Graffiti
Illustration
Engraving
Painting
Graphics
❌ Works made with artificial intelligence will not be accepted.
deadline: 10 March 2026
more info (in Italian, use translation): https://en.coppiniarteolearia.com/blogs/magazine/open-call-premio-paolo-coppini-2026?shpxid=37d594fe-5f9c-44f9-9f82-23e292a95328
