Call for Artists – Alimondo Ciampi Sculpture Award 2026

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Fondazione Alimondo Ciampi and Pro Loco Signa announce the first edition of the Alimondo Ciampi Sculpture Award, dedicated to contemporary sculpture in ceramic and terracotta.

The award is open to Italian and international artists working in sculpture, ceramic art and public art practices. Selected works will be exhibited in Signa, near Florence, and a selection of artworks will become part of a permanent public art route within the Renai Park.

The competition includes:
– Technical Jury Award
– Public Jury Award
– Under 30 Award with artistic residency

Artists may submit one artwork only. Works must be conceived for public space installation and primarily made of ceramic or terracotta.

Artwork dimensions must range between 50 cm and 70 cm per side.

The Award aims to promote dialogue between contemporary artistic research, sculpture and public space, while enhancing the historical ceramic tradition connected to the territory of Signa and Tuscany.

Prize Summary: 
Win up to €2,000 and a public exhibition in Tuscany.
Prizes Details: 

• Technical Jury Award: €2,000  
• Under 30 Award: €1,000 + artistic residency  
• Public Jury Award: €400  

Selected works will be exhibited in Signa (Florence, Italy), with a selection becoming part of a permanent public art route at the Renai Park.

Event date: 
September 19, 2026 to October 4, 2026
Location: 
Villa Alberti Via di Castello 2 50058 Signa (Florence) Italy
Deadline: 
06/September/2026

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