We invite you to think outside the box. What innovative ideas can be created with polymer clay? Which materials can you mix together? What has yet to be discovered?
The Spark of Innovation is waiting. With extraordinary prizes, we are excited to welcome you on this new creative journey in 2026.
Deadline: September 30, 2026
CATEGORIES & PRIZES
1. PW 2026 – LIVE EXPERIENCE
For anyone attending the event in person this October in the Czech Republic.
1st Place
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A surprise prize valued at over 400 EUR
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A special gift package with clay materials
2nd Place
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1-year Polymer Week Society membership
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A special gift package with clay materials
3rd Place
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A special gift package with clay materials
Winners will be announced in October, 2026, during the live event in Pilsen.
2. ONLINE SHOWCASE
For participants who can’t travel but still wish to share their artwork and be part of the celebration from afar.
1st Place
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A ticket to the upcoming Polymer Weekend Online and a special goodie box (valued at 380 EUR)
2nd Place
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1-year Polymer Week Society membership (valued at 144 EUR)
3rd Place
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3 issues of your choice from the digital Polymer Week Magazine archive
Winners will be announced after October, 2026, during online meeting on polymerweek.com.
RULES
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Your artwork should be original, created by you, and made primarily from polymer clay. Other materials may be used as details or accents.
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The piece should be created especially for the Polymer Week 2026 Awards and should respond to this year’s theme: Spark of Innovation.
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Please do not submit work that has already been entered into another contest or widely presented before.
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All entries must be submitted before the deadline with clear photos, a short artwork description, and a short artist bio.
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If you enter the Live Experience category, you will need to bring your physical piece to Polymer Week 2026 in Pilsen for final judging.
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We reserve the right to decline entries that do not follow the rules or the respectful spirit of Polymer Week.
SUBMIT YOUR ARTWORK
