Get ready, artists! The Princes Czartoryski Museum in Krakow, Poland, is launching an international art contest that will ignite your creativity and connect you to the legacy of the Masters. Imagine your self-portrait hanging alongside the likes of Leonardo da Vinci and Rembrandt! This is your chance to Make Art Great Again – with a modern twist.
Participation is Simple
- Download Glaze software for free.
- Create a self-portrait inspired by Raphael’s “Portrait of a Young Man.”
- Upload your masterpiece by October 20, 2025!
Where You Can See the Winners
- The top 4 winners will be featured in Apollo Magazine and SheBuysTravel
- The top 100 works will be displayed at The Princes Czartoryski Museum
The Mystery, The Masterpiece, The Moment!
For decades, one of the most significant paintings lost during World War II, Raphael’s “Portrait of a Young Man,” has been shrouded in mystery. Now, the National Museum in Krakow, the rightful owner of this legendary piece, is inviting YOU to bring its spirit back to life!
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Your Art, Reimagined Through Revolutionary Tech!
Here’s where it gets exciting: You’ll create your own self-portrait, inspired by Raphael’s iconic work, and then transform it into a modern masterpiece using Glaze – a groundbreaking digital oil painting software! Glaze replicates the rich textures and styles of the Old Masters with cutting-edge technology, allowing you to explore techniques like sfumato and glazing that once took years to perfect.
“Our app gives every tablet user the tools to master painting techniques based on Renaissance tradition,” said Robert Latoś, painter and Glaze co-creator. “Users receive a sketch that faithfully follows the composition of Raphael’s original portrait. Then they can create their own self-portrait by choosing oil paint colors and developing it according to their personal vision… all artistic styles are permitted.
Selfie vs. Self-Portrait: A 21st-Century Artistic Revolution!
In an age of endless selfies, we’re challenging you to embrace the thoughtful artistry of the 16th-century portrait tradition. If Raphael himself had a smartphone today, would he take a quick selfie, or would he delve into the deliberate process of painting? This contest is your chance to bridge that gap, expressing your unique artistic identity while drawing inspiration from a timeless genius.
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“Digitalization is transforming museums worldwide – including our own, with virtual tours and digital collections,” Tomasz Ostrowski, deputy director for strategy and communication, National Museum in Krakow said. “Our partnership with Glaze introduces a new way to experience art, where history merges with innovation. Through digital tools, contemporary artists explore Renaissance painting techniques. We particularly encourage young creators to participate – this unique project will ignite their imagination.”
Your Tablet, Your Canvas, Your Genius!
Download the free Glaze software and receive a sketch that faithfully follows the composition of Raphael’s original. Then, it’s all up to you! Choose your oil colors, develop your personal vision, and let your artistic spirit soar. No “undo” button here – just like the Masters, you’ll embrace the challenge and pure creative flow.
Your Masterpiece, On the World Stage!
Imagine this: your self-portrait, created with Glaze, showcased among world-renowned art! A distinguished international jury of art and technology experts will evaluate submissions. Four winners across different age categories (7-10, 11-13, 14-18, 19+) will be published in Apollo, the world’s oldest and most prestigious art magazine, and awarded brand new Apple iPads! But that’s not all – 100 of the best works will be featured in a special exhibition at the Princes Czartoryski Museum itself, the very place where Raphael’s original portrait once hung alongside Leonardo’s “Lady with an Ermine”!
Don’t Miss Your Chance!
This is an unparalleled opportunity to connect with art history, unleash your creativity with innovative technology, and have your work recognized on a global scale.
Go make your mark on art history and help Make Art Great Again!
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