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Full details on participation and selection are
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WHY ART x INDUSTRY?
True sustainability emerges through collaboration. Art × Industry offers a model in which the cultures and economies of Bulgaria and Türkiye develop mutually, rather than in isolation.
WHY ART
Art builds human connection and creates meaning beyond borders and languages.
The industry provides sustainability, resources and real opportunities for long-term realization.
WHY INDUSTRY
Together, they create a structured model for cultural dialogue.
WHY Art x Industry
Art creates a shared language that strengthens economic relations between Bulgaria and Turkey.
WHY BULGARIA AND TURKEY
HOW DOES IT WORK
The process is structured and transparently.
01
OPEN CALL
An international open call invites artists from Bulgaria and Turkey.
02
SELECTION AND RANKING
An international jury reviews the applications and selects them in two stages.
03
SELECTION AND IMPLEMENTATION
The selected artworks are are implemented within the project and showcased in an exhibition format.
04
AWARDS & AUCTION
The best projects receive awards and take part in an art auction with the opportunity for market realization.
BEFORE YOU APPLY
Who can apply?
Artists who view the industrial object as an artistic medium, rather than merely as a product.
Who will you realize the project with?
The project is being implemented with industrial partner Cambro.
How will the design be applied?
The design is adapted for industrial trays produced from Cambro.
Awards
Awards
THE WINNER OF THE GRAND PRIZE RECEIVES THE TITLE ARTISTREAL
2*500 €
2 AUDIENCE AWARDS
€ 1,500
SECOND PRIZE
€ 3,000
FIRST PRIZE AND TITLE
ARTISTREAL
€ 1,000
THIRD PRIZE
2*500 €
2 NATIONAL AWARDS
JURY – ART × INDUSTRY 2026
The project relies on an international jury, including representatives from Turkey and Bulgaria, as well as an independent curator. Selection is based on artistic quality, concept, and professional execution.
MEMBERS
Jamie Lane
Position / Role
Alex Smith
Position / Role
Charlie McMann
Position / Role
Max Johnson
Position / Role
Max Johnson
Position / Role
Max Johnson
Position / Role
ART
AUCTION
The auction serves as a platform connecting art and collectors.
The auction provides an opportunity for market realization of selected artworks and Art Edition replicas.
UPCOMING EVENTS 2026
MARCH
01
The application period begins.
Artists from Bulgaria and Turkey submit their proposals.
The team provides ongoing coordination and information to the participants.
MAY
01
The submission period closes.
The preparatory phase for jury evaluation begins.
The project enters a stage of professional assessment.
JUNE
01
The international jury carries out the selection.
30 finalists and 10 final artworks are selected.
The results are officially announced.
JULY
04
The exhibition is held in Bulgaria.
The final artworks are presented to the public and the professional community.
The public dialogue around the project begins.
SEPT.
04
The exhibition is held in Turkey.
An art auction featuring selected artworks is realized.
The project reaches its international culmination.
OCT.
04
The project is officially concluded.
The results are summarized and the documentation is finalized.
A foundation is laid for future editions.
Bultisad Art x Industry 2026 - PARTNERS
