Copic Award 2026, which invited original works created with Copic products from around the world, has announced 49 selected works after receiving more than 4,000 entries from 72 countries. The final judging will be conducted after the original artworks have been physically reviewed.
Copic Award 2026 is a web-based competition designed to connect with Copic users around the world. With an open theme, it invited original works created using Copic products. The judging covered all entries published online, and the competition is distinguished by the final judging stage, where the selected works are assessed through direct viewing of the original physical artworks. Entries were accepted from 1 May to 30 June 2026, and more than 4,000 entries were submitted from 72 countries.
The selected works have been published on the official website, which is available in Japanese and English. Selected entrants will send their works to the final judging session, where the judges will review the original artworks and determine awards including the Grand Prix. In addition to the awards decided at the final judging session, Copic Award offers awards such as the Next Generation Artist Award and Copic Team Award, which are open to all entries, including the selected works.
The final results are scheduled to be announced in November 2026, and works that did not pass the initial screening will also have opportunities to receive awards. The judging panel consists of 5 distinguished members, and a category has also been established for a guest judge to select the Julia Gisella Award.
The official Copic Award website features information on the past winners’ activities, winner interviews and workshops. The official site is available in Japanese and English and also provides information about Copic.