Opening of Applications for the International Competition for young glass artists Stanislav Libenský Award 2026
29.07.2026 / 00:52 | Aktualizováno: 29.07.2026 / 01:38
The Stanislav Libenský Award (SLA) is a prestigious international competition and exhibition that annually showcases the finest graduate works in the field of artistic glass from around the world. The project bears the name of the legendary Czech glass artist and educator Stanislav Libenský. The main goal of the SLA is to support young and emerging artists in their transition from student to professional life, to facilitate their entry into the international art scene, and to present to the public and collectors the most current creations emerging in contemporary glass art.
Since its founding in 2009, the Stanislav Libenský Award has presented works by 577 artists from 42 countries and 76 universities. A total of 15 winners have already had the opportunity to undertake a residency at Pilchuck Glass School.
The competition is organized by the Prague Gallery of Czech Glass and is held under the patronage of Eva Pavlová, the spouse of the President of the Czech Republic.
What are the prizes?
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Grand Prize: The winner will receive an artist residency at the prestigious Pilchuck Glass School in the United States of America.
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Exhibition in Prague: The selected works of 50 finalists will be exhibited in the autumn of 2026 in the representative historical premises of the Clam-Gallas Palace in the center of Prague.
Important dates:
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August 31, 2026: Final deadline for all applications.
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Announcement of selection: September 15, 2026
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Gala evening and exhibition opening: November 30, 2026
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Exhibition: December 1, 2026 – January 31, 2027
Detailed information about the application process and conditions can be found at: www.libenskyaward.org