Regional judging concludes for the 2026 Sasol New Signatures Visual Arts Competition
After four weeks of intensive regional judging across South Africa, the 2026 Sasol New Signatures Visual Arts Competition has selected the artworks that will form part of this year’s final exhibition at the Pretoria Arts Museum. The journey began with submissions on 9 and 10 June 2026, when artists delivered their work to eight regional […]
Sasol New Signatures Equips Emerging Artists Through Online Information Sessions Ahead of 2026 Competition Submissions
The prestigious Sasol New Signatures Visual Arts Competition is once again opening its virtual doors to aspiring artists through a series of online Information Sessions designed to guide and inspire entrants ahead of the 2026 competition. As one of South Africa’s longest-running and most respected platforms for emerging visual artists, the annual competition is open to all […]
Sasol New Signatures Visual Arts Competition Launches Nationwide Call for Entries
Johannesburg, South Africa: The Sasol New Signatures Visual Arts Competition, South Africa’s longest-running art competition, is delighted to open its call for entries for the 2026 edition, marking 64 years of discovering, nurturing and elevating emerging artistic talent across the country. A long-standing and influential part of South Africa’s cultural landscape, Sasol New Signatures continues to […]
Final 3 weeks to experience the 2025 Sasol New Signatures Exhibition at the Pretoria Art Museum
There are just three weeks left to explore the 2025 Sasol New Signatures Visual Arts Exhibition at the Pretoria Art Museum, which closes on 2 November 2025. The exhibition features works from all 103 finalists, including the top seven award-winners. “This is a must-see exhibition. The standard of entries this year was exceptionally high, showcasing the newest creative voices leading the […]
Honours student from Gqeberha wins the 2025 Sasol New Signatures with interactive ceramic work
Pretoria, South Africa – Juandré van Eck (25), an Honours student from the Nelson Mandela University in Gqeberha has been announced as the winner of the 2025 Sasol New Signatures Visual Arts Competition for his ceramic piece titled Cycles of the mind. Van Eck, a merit winner in 2024, takes home a cash prize of […]
Regional Judging Completed Across South Africa for the 2025 Sasol New Signatures Visual Arts Competition
The regional judging phase of the 2025 Sasol New Signatures Visual Arts Competition has concluded, marking a pivotal milestone in South Africa’s most prestigious art competition for emerging artists. This year saw a total of 903 entries submitted from across the country, with 106 works selected to advance to the final round of judging in August at the Pretoria Art Museum. […]
“Enduring Signatures” Art Exhibition Celebrates Perseverance and Unique Artistic Voices
The Sasol New Signatures Visual Arts Competition is one for the most enduring art competitions in the South African art landscape. Every year, hundreds of emerging artists enter the competition with the hope that their work will be selected and receive the ultimate recognition – the grand prize of R100 000 and the opportunity for a solo […]
7 Reasons Why Emerging Artists Should Enter South Africa’s Premier Visual Art Competition
The Sasol New Signatures Visual Arts Competition, South Africa’s longest-running and most prestigious visual art competition, is calling on artists from across the country to submit their work for the 2025 edition. With a proud legacy of discovering and elevating emerging talent, Sasol New Signatures provides a vital platform for artistic innovation, visibility, and professional growth. […]
Just Under Two Weeks to Go – Get Ready to Submit Your Entry for Sasol New Signatures 2025!
The countdown is officially on! With just under a week left until final submission for the 2025 Sasol New Signatures Visual Arts Competition, emerging South African artists are encouraged to prepare their entries for one of the country’s most prestigious visual art platforms. Founded by the Association of Arts Pretoria and proudly sponsored by Sasol for the past 35 years, […]
Calling All Emerging Artists: Entries Now Open for the 2025 Sasol New Signatures Visual Arts Competition
Entries are now officially open for the 2025 Sasol New Signatures Visual Arts Competition, South Africa’s premier platform for emerging visual artists. Now in its 35th year of Sasol’s sponsorship, Sasol New Signatures remains the most prestigious platform for emerging artists to break into the professional art world. It is a launchpad for creative careers, a […]