Announcing Our 100 Selected Artists for International Artist Award

“Creativity takes courage. And when there are no boundaries, courage becomes limitless.” — Henri Matisse

After months of anticipation, countless hours of reviewing submissions, and an overwhelming display of creativity from around the world, we are proud to announce that the official list of artists selected for the International Artist Award 2025.

This year’s award offered something rare: complete creative freedom. Artists were invited to submit work in any style, medium, or subject matter. There were no themes, no guidelines, no limitations, only the opportunity to share the pieces that best represented their vision.

The result? A collection of submissions that took our breath away.

From bold abstracts that challenged the way we see the world, to photographs capturing moments that felt like whispers of memory, to sculptures, textiles, and digital creations that pushed the boundaries of possibility every single work carried its own heartbeat.

Each submission stood as a testament to the individuality and diversity that thrive when artists are given space to create on their own terms.

The Freedom to Create Without Limits

By choosing the theme “Open,” we intentionally set out to create space for every kind of artistic voice. We wanted the door to be wide open inviting a vast and varied collection of work from around the world. Some artists shared deeply personal stories, others explored bold new directions in form and material, and many offered powerful reflections on culture, nature, identity, and imagination.

Every submission proved that when artists are trusted with complete creative freedom, they rise to the challenge often surprising even themselves. This year’s International Artist Award became a joyful celebration of exploration, risk-taking, and the boundless possibilities of self-expression.

What Makes the International Artist Award 2025 So Special?

The International Artist Award is a defining moment for the Arts To Hearts Project. It’s more than a recognition — it’s a platform for genuine connection between artists and audiences worldwide, where every piece of art carries a story, and every story invites you closer to the heart behind it.

This year’s winners and selected artists receive far more than a title. They are awarded $3,000 in total cash prizes, a feature in our premium hardcover coffee table book distributed through Barnes & Noble, Amazon, and beyond, a virtual group exhibition with global reach, and a one-year premium membership to the Women in Arts Network, alongside an official Certificate of Achievement to mark this milestone in their careers.

The 100 Selected Artists for International Artist Awards

Here are the 100 artists whose work has been selected for the International Artist Award 2025 each bringing their own voice, vision, and creativity to this remarkable collection.

A Note of Gratitude to Our Creative Community

To every artist who submitted, thank you. Your work was seen, your story was heard, and your courage to share it is deeply appreciated.

Each submission contributed to the richness of this year’s award and to the creative conversation we continue to build together. The International Artist Award is not just about the winners, it’s about celebrating the global community of artists who make the world more vibrant, thoughtful, and connected.

This year proved once again that when art is given the freedom to exist without boundaries, it has the power to surprise, challenge, and inspire us all.