Become a Patron - Support New Talent

As a platform for helping to elevate and support a community of Fashion Artists and Illustrators, Fida aims to offer the opportunity to all types of artists looking to progress in a fashion arts career. As a patron, you will be assisting up and coming artists to realise their true potential of drawing and draftsmanship.
Patrons will support artists, enabling them to advertise themselves on the Fida online platform and will also fund them a place in The Fible (a book which commissioners of fashion illustration will be given to showcase talent in the industry).

As a Patron. 

  • We will offer a personal Page on the site.
  • Named on all awards and events for the year onwards
  • Updates on Fida worldwide and ideas for the future. 
  • Invitations to all dinners and events throughout the year
  • Invitation to exhibitions curated and supported by Fida worldwide 
  • Invitation to launch celebrations and charity exhibitions 
  • Invitation to Auction on and offline
  • Opportunities to purchase art live and online.
  • Signed copy of The Fible Book 
  • Signed Artwork by Fida artist
  • Meet and speak to Artist 
  • Personal discussion and update on artists journey 

Fida Patron program is a supporter of The Be Well Collective raising awareness for Mental Health in Fashion. https://www.bewellcollective.co.uk/

Enter the 10th Fida Awards NOW! FAQs

What are the award categories for the 10th Fida Awards?

Excellence in Fashion Art & Illustration Award

Excellence in Fine Art & Print Award

Excellence in Drawing From Life Award

Excellence in Visual Arts, Graphics & Illustration Award

Excellence in Moving Image, Animation & Shorts Award

Excellence in Live Events & Custom Experiences Award

Student Excellence in Fashion Art & Illustration Award

Student Excellence in Art & Print Award

Student Excellence in Drawing From Life Award

Student Excellence in Visual Arts, Graphics & Illustration Award

Student Excellence in Moving Image, Animation & Shorts Award

Who can enter the awards?

The Fida Awards are online global awards, so you can apply from anywhere in the world. 

All levels of creatives can apply, from students and amateurs to professionals and educators. This includes artists, illustrators, visual artists, live event artists, animators, 3D designers, content creators, calligraphers, engravers, customisers, print makers, graphic designers and more.

Why enter the Fida 10th Awards?

The awards are your opportunity to be seen by the industry’s finest, from our panel of talented judges, to the commissioners and agents following the awards closely, searching for new talent. 

The FIDA Awards are the perfect launchpad for creatives wanting to jump-start or further progress their career in fashion, illustration, digital and art. 

Who is judging the awards?

We have a spectacular selection of judges for the Fida 10th Awards, with an abundance of skill and experience, including artists, illustrators, graphic designers, educators, art directors, creative directors, content creators and industry-leading visionaries.

Fida 10th Award Judges:

Esra Røise

Studio Grand-Père

Karla Cohen

Irina Selaru

Alice Piaggio

Anastasia Alexandrin

Victoria Semykina

Lori Siebert

Tosinoyeniyi - Linoman

Milli Collins

Rafael Nobre

William LaChance

Raman Djafari

Clovis Retif 

Vorja Sánchez

Martin Lachmair

Jimmy Turrell

Kseniia Puzrova

Tri Le

Timothy O'Sullivan

Ryan Gajda

Annabel Pearl

Daria Gushchina

Astrid Wielinga

Christina Gliha

Luke Hannam

The Big Bad Gorilla

Lindsay Brown

Sophie Cullen

Margaret Flanagan

See some of their work here

What is the final submission date?

Last day to enter and submit your work into the awards for judging: SUNDAY 3RD NOVEMBER 2024, no later than 11:59 PM EST.

Prizes

PRIZE FUND

There are 11 award categories this year, seeking excellence in each field.

Winners will receive over £33,000 worth of prizes

Each winner will receive prizes worth over £3,000:

Award winners: 

  • Receive a Portfolio Membership for 5 years or a Project Membership for 2 years.
  • Get promoted in The Fible (the fashion, art, digital and illustration book)
  • Have work showcased in an online exhibition
  • Have work promoted throughout Fidaworldwide’s social media accounts
  • Receive a special winner’s feature about you and your work on our website

Your work will be reviewed by some of the industry's finest, our esteemed panel of talented judges.