- Only artworks created using the PIGMA series from Sakura Color Products Corporation (hereinafter referred to as “PIGMA”) and other SAKURA products are eligible.
Concept
SAKURA PIGMA AWARD is a celebration of creativity, inviting artists to express their unique vision through artwork created with SAKURA products. We hope the award encourages you to explore your own style and enjoy the freedom of creative expression.
Information
- Theme
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Coloring Your Everyday Moment
-What Makes Your Day Colorful?-
Choose your section!
Black & Gray
- Monochrome artwork created using PIGMA Black and/or Gray.
- Other art materials may also be used.
Color
- Color artwork created using PIGMA.
- Other art materials may also be used.
- We welcome the use of Color PIGMA!
You may enter either section—or both!
However, only one artwork will be selected from each section.
- Prize
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12 Winners in Total
Each section will have:
Gold Prize x 1 / Silver Prize x 2 / Bronze Prize x 3SAKURA Special Gift Box A curated selection of SAKURA products.
Awards
Please note: The product images are for reference only.
Schedule
Entry Recruitment
September 1st September 30th, 2026
100 Finalists
Announcement
October, 2026
12 Winners
Announcement
November, 2026
Prizes Shipment
December, 2026
How to Enter
Entry Period
September 1, 2026 00:00 – September 30, 2026 23:59 (JST)
Entry Process
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STEP 1
Create your artwork
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STEP 2
Take 2 photos
- Artwork only
- Artwork with the products used
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STEP 3
Post them on Instagram
1. Add your artwork title to the first sentence of your post.
2. Include these 3 hashtags:
- #pigmaaward2026
- #your section (either of #blackgray or #color)
- #your country (e.g. #japan)
- Guideline
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1. Eligibility
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2. Required Artwork Information
- Submit a clear, bright image of the artwork.
- No digital processing: Digital editing of the drawing, painting, or coloring is not permitted.
- No AI use: Entries created using AI will not be accepted.
- Entries must be original and must not infringe on the rights of others, including plagiarized or copyrighted works.
- Entries containing inappropriate content, such as violent, discriminatory, or offensive material, will be disqualified.
- Entries must not have been previously made public in another competition or exhibition, except for personal exhibitions or the artist’s own social media accounts.
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3. Display of Submitted Works
- Approved artworks will be featured in the SAKURA Online Museum and shared with viewers around the world.
- Please note that SAKURA reserves the right to decline any work for public display.
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SAKURA
Online Museum
SAKURA Online Museum is a collaborative space where you can discover artworks by participants from around the world and share inspiration with one another. It is updated regularly, so please visit often for fresh ideas and creative inspiration. SAKURA is here to support your creative journey — come explore the artworks and spark your creativity!
