The "Art on Climate" International Illustration Competition /HongKong 2026

Theme : Climate Change

Deadline : 31 July 2026

The "Art on Climate" International Illustration Competition is a collaborative initiative organised by Fingertips Company Limited and sponsored by Allianz Global Investors (AllianzGI). Our mission is to transform complex climate strategies into powerful visual stories. By inviting illustrators and video creators to explore the theme of climate change, we provide a global stage for innovative ideas and real-world solutions. Through this creative lens, we aim to inspire people to move beyond awareness and take meaningful action in their own lives.

Competition Details

Since its inception in Spain in 2019, the “Art on Climate” competition has evolved from a regional project into a significant global movement. Over the past seven

years, it has become a powerful platform for creators worldwide to express the urgency of environmental stewardship. This momentum reached new heights in 2025,

where the campaign saw record-breaking engagement with over 3,500 artworks and videos submitted by more than 2,600 illustrators across 100 different locations. As

we move forward, the competition continues to expand its reach across the Asia-Pacific region, bringing together professional and emerging talents to use their

creative voices for climate action.

Competition Theme: Climate Change

- Participants are invited to submit original works on the theme of "Climate Change".

- Participants should draw inspiration from one or more of the following topics as a starting point of their artworks:

1. Driving the Climate Transition for Resilient Communities

Climate change is no longer a distant risk but a call for an active global transition. To ensure long-term stability, we must move beyond merely identifying threats

toward financing and implementing solutions that build resilient communities. This topic explores how we can navigate the “moment of truth” by turning climate

challenges into opportunities for sustainable growth and community strength.

2. Respecting Planetary Boundaries to Protect Biodiversity

To maintain a stable environment, we must operate within the Earth’s environmental limits. This topic focuses on protecting our natural capital and reversing

biodiversity loss. By respecting these planetary boundaries, we can ensure that our transition to a low-carbon economy does not come at the expense of our vital

ecosystems, fostering a future where nature and humanity thrive in balance.

3. Fostering Inclusive Capitalism for a Just Transition

To deliver enduring value, sustainability must be inclusive, ensuring that decarbonisation efforts do not come at the expense of social stability. Inclusive capitalism

seeks to balance financial returns with a “Just Transition” – ensuring that the move toward a green economy creates fair opportunities and social value for everyone.

This topic invites creators to visualise a world where sustainable investing supports a society that is both environmentally sound and socially equitable.

4. Financing Innovation and Technology for Real-World Impact

Technology and innovation act as the primary catalyst for a sustainable global economy. By directing capital toward breakthrough environmental solutions and digital

efficiencies, we can accelerate the decarbonisation of our world. This theme focuses on the role of purposeful innovation in bridging the gap between our current

climate reality and a net-zero future.

5. Collective Action for a Sustainable Legacy

Achieving a sustainable future requires more than individual effort; it demands a unified global commitment. By aligning our investment decisions, corporate

governance, and daily actions, we can drive the systemic change needed to protect our planet. This topic highlights the power of collective responsibility in securing a

prosperous and stable legacy for the generations to come.

Eligibility:

Any person aged 18 or above*, from any location, is eligible to participate.

* Aged 18 or above on 17 May 2026.

Important Dates

- Register and upload artwork: from 18 May 2026 to 31 July 2026 inclusive.

- Results announcement: winners will be notified by email, and results will be announced on this page by 30 September 2026.

Artwork Specifications

- Must be original works relevant to the theme of the competition and submitted by participants on an individual basis.

- Each participant may submit up to three illustrations and three animated videos.

- The submitted illustration(s) or animated video(s) must not have been previously published or used for any other purpose, and must not have been previously

awarded or currently participating in other competition selections.

- Submissions must not include any signatures, words, symbols, pictures, or voiceovers (for animated videos) that identify the participants.

- Each illustration or animated video must be accompanied by a short description (minimum 30 words, maximum 100 words).

Illustration Category

- The artwork(s) must be in a flat image and created in colour.

- The artwork(s) can be created using any medium, including painting, computer software, and mixed media. However, artworks generated by artificial intelligence are not accepted. The use of photographs and clip art is prohibited.

- Should be in A3 size (297mm x 420mm), in either horizontal or vertical format.

- Must be uploaded in JPEG format, with a resolution of no less than 300 dpi, and the total size of each entry should be no more than 10MB.

Animated Video Category

- The animated video(s) must be between 10 and 15 seconds long.

- The aspect ratio should be either 9:16 (vertical, minimum resolution 1080X1920 pixels) or 1:1 (square, minimum resolution of 1080X1080 pixels).

- Must be uploaded in MP4 or MOV format, with the total file size for each submitted animated video no more than 30MB.

- Any production techniques or tools may be used, provided the work is original.

- Background music is preferred and must not have any copyright issues.

- Voiceovers are not allowed. Any text on the video, including but not limited to captions, subtitles, must be in English.

Selection Criteria

Illustration Category

Animated Video Category

Awards and Exhibition

Illustration Category

Animated Video Category

- All winners will receive a customised award certificate by email.

- The winning illustrations and animated videos will be put on display in a virtual exhibition.

- 23 winning illustrations will be selected based on the 100-point scale that judges used for rating. The three artworks that received the highest number of points will

be ranked as Champion, 1st runner-up and 2nd runner-up accordingly, whereas the other 20 selected winning artworks will be ranked as Merit.

- 3 winning animated videos will be selected based on the 100-point scale that judges used for rating.

- The three artworks that received the highest number of points will be ranked as Champion, 1st runner-up and 2nd runner-up accordingly.

Upload Artwork Now:

https://www.artonclimate.com/en/register

The Organiser

Fingertips Company Limited

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