Catégorie : Honors, awards and prizes
Karel Vereycken gets « Honorable Mention » from Budapest Golden Duck Gallery
On January 21, Franco-Belgian painter engraver and historian Karel Vereycken was informed by Marta Faczan, the Gallery Assistant of the Golden Duck Gallery & Art space in Budapest, Hongary, that he was granted an « Honorable Mention Award » :
« We are absolutely delighted to share some wonderful news with you — congratulations on winning the Terrain & Towers Award with your work Flemish fisherman! Your work truly stood out among so many talented artists, and it is such a joy for us to see your creativity and vision recognized in this way. »
Karel Vereycken granted Finalist Award in ARTAVITA Artist of the Year Contest
On Jan. 7, 2026, ARTAVITA granted the Franco-Belgian painter engraver Karel Vereycken a Finalist Certificate « for artwork submitted and distinguised in the 76th Artavita Online Art Contest competing for the Artavita Artist of the Year 2025 Contest.«
Designed by artists for artists, ARTAVITA, based in Santa Barbara, CA, is a free online gallery and considered an innovative platform.
Karel’s Artist Profile & Portfolio on ARTAVITA’s website allows the artist to display online some of his works (click HERE).
Karel Vereycken on show at Art Shopping 2026 at Paris Carrousel du Louvre
From Apr. 10 till Apr. 12, 2026, the work of the Franco-Belgian painter engraver Karel Vereycken will be on show at Art Shopping 2026, a not-to-miss event on the French and international contemporary art scene.
Karel’s artwork will be presented digitally at the booth of the Circle Foundation for the Arts (CFA).
The Salon Art Shopping takes place twice a year at the prestigeous Carrousel du Louvre, 99, rue de Rivoli, Paris 75001, and offers everyone a selection of artworks to admire and purchase.
More than a hundred artists and several galleries present their work in a friendly atmosphere. The ‘Photo Shopping’ space also features the work of 30 photographers. Live performances, talks and round-table discussions will be held throughout the weekend, as well as an auction.
Karel Vereycken wins « Honable Mention Award » in Portrait Art Contest
On Jan. 9, 2026, Karel Vereycken won a « Honorable Mention Award » in the « 12th Portrait » 2026 International Juried Art Competition of International Art Gallery Taravarna.
Karel Vereycken artwork on show at 3D exhibit
Karel Vereycken‘s color engraving « Farmers of Sudan » is on show, from Dec. 22, 2025 till Jan. 22, 2026, at a 3D exhibition « Global Horizons, a celebration of Artistic Expression », curated by Artio Gallery. All works are also visible in the Kunstmatrix online catalogue.
Visitors ! To enter the 3D virtual visit and navigate, click here !
Karel Vereycken accepted exhibitor at Colors Art Exhibition
On Jan. 4th, 2026, Franco-Belgian painter, engraver and historian Karel Vereycken was informed by Artist Space Gallery that, with his engraving Farmers of Sudan, he was accepted to exhibit his work in the 5th online Colors Art Exhibition.
Karel Vereycken awarded Finalist prize by Camelback Gallery
On Dec. 30, 2025, Franco-Belgian painter-engraver Karel Vereycken was honored with a « Finalist Award » by Camelback Gallery, Scottsdale, Arizona for the yearly contest « My Best Work of 2025 Art Awards ».
12 Countries were represented in this exhibition including USA, Canada, Australia, UK, Germany, Poland, Japan, Romania, Mexico, France, Ukraine, Ireland.
Kassandra Kaye, the juror for this event « selected artwork based on theme, quality of work, composition, value, color, technique, depth and overall impact of the art. »
Karel Vereycken wins Paris « Mona Lisa Prize » for his art work
At the Dec. 18, 2025 opening reception (vernissage) of a collective exhibition at the Paris Galerie Mona Lisa, 32, rue de Varenne (Paris VII), Karel Vereycken was honored with the Mona Lisa Prize for painting. His work will be on show at the Galerie between Jan. 16 and Jan. 28, 2026 from Tuesday till Saturday between 2:30 and 6 pm.
Contemporary Art Curator Magazine interviews Karel Vereycken on what went wrong with Modern Art
On December 1, the United Arab Emirates based Contemporary Art Curator Magazine published a long, in depth interview with Karel Vereycken, his creative methods and his view on what went wrong with Modern and Contemporary Art.
Contemporary Art Curator Magazine is a leading contemporary art magazine, available in both online and print formats, dedicated to promoting and supporting contemporary artists. It has built a reputation for curating exceptional contemporary art from around the globe.
Founded in 2014, the magazine has consistently supported emerging and established artists, highlighting their work and contributions to the art world.
Karel Vereycken selected Nov. 2025 Artist of the Month
On Nov. 29, the Arizona based virtual art gallery Camelback told Karel Vereycken he was rewarded for the November’s 2025 Artist of the Month Competition:
« Thank you to the artists who participated in November’s 2025 Artist of the Month Competition. The jurors have made their selections. Congratulations artists!«
Camelback Gallery, is a Scottsdale, Arizona based virtual art gallery, founded in 2017. Camelback Gallery organizes monthly themed international online juried art competitions, in various mediums to give artists, both emerging and experienced, an opportunity as an award recipient to improve their presence through CamelbackGallery.com, gain online media and social media exposure at an international level, enhance their resumes and be a part of a growing community of award winning artists.
Artist’s works are selected by jury from each competition and the awarded artwork is entered into an online group exhibition. Camelback Gallery also works closely with major art media outlets to promote artists work including Art Week and Top Art Awards. These media outlets combined have thousands of newsletter subscribers and over 40,000 site visitors monthly. The mission of Camelback Gallery is to get the artist « virtually » in front of art buyers, fellow artists and art lovers. Camelback Gallery receives 6,000+ site visitors per month and has an established community of artists.
CFA selects Karel Vereycken as « Finalist » Paris Exhibition Contest
The awards and titles in this Paris Exhibition Contest included « Selected Artist », « Finalist », and « Creative Excellence ».
On Nov. 21, 2025, Franco-Belgian painter engraver Karel Vereycken was informed by the New York-based Circle Foundation of the Arts (CFA) that he was NOT among the « Selected Artists » having the honor to have their artworks presented by CFA at the Art3F Art Fair, Paris, 2026.
However, CFA’s director Myrina Tunberg Georgio, wrote to Vereycken:
« I am very pleased to let you know that your work « Flemish Fisherman » really stood out me and you are selected as a Contest Finalist. »
Karel Vereycken’s work featured in giant World Art Collection book
Karel Vereycken’s artwork will be included in the « World Art Collection« , an incredible international project by Culturale Lab that brings together more than 5,000 artists from every corner of the globe, creating a monumental publication that celebrates creativity in all its forms.
This is to become the biggest art project book ever created, connecting artists, galleries, and art lovers worldwide. It will appear in the autumn of 2026.
Karel Vereycken’s work selected by Divide Magazine
On November 9, 2025, Karel Vereycken was informed by the leading London-based contemporary Art Magazine Divide :
« We’re excited to let you know that your work has officially been selected and published in Divide Magazine Issue 16! » (p. 91)
« This round was an especially hard decision — we received an incredible number of strong submissions, so making final selections wasn’t easy. That’s why we’re extra thrilled to include your work in this issue. »
You can view and download your free digital copy at: https://issuu.com/divideartmagazine/docs/divide_magazine_-_issue_16
Divide is « an international, independent, bimonthly contemporary art publication based in London, England. It is known for featuring emerging and established visual artists from around the globe, showcasing diverse mediums including photography, mixed media, and installation art. » The magazine is available in print and online versions.
Karel Vereycken awarded in 10th Figurative Art Competition
On Nov. 7, 2025, Karel Vereycken got the following information from the Los Angeles-based global online art gallery and platform for artists TERAVARNA:
« We’re delighted to bring you the exciting news that you have won an award in the « 10th FIGURATIVE » International Juried Art Competition ».
The exhibition of your winning artwork is currently being displayed in TERAVARNA’s winner’s gallery: https://www.teravarna.com/winners-2025-figurative-10.
Karel Vereycken wins Talent Prize Award for « 13th Open » art contest
On Oct. 21, 2025, painter-engraver Karel Vereycken got the following notification from the Los Angeles-based global online art gallery and platform for artists TERAVARNA:
« We’re delighted to bring you the exciting news that you have won a TALENT PRIZE AWARD in the « 13th OPEN » International Juried Art Competition. »
The exhibition of your winning artwork is currently being displayed in our winner’s gallery: https://www.teravarna.com/winners-2025-open-13«
Karel’s color engraving « Farmers of Sudan », for which the prize was awarded, is currently on display at the exhibition « Estampes d’automne » at the Bo Halbirk engraving workshop in Montreuil where it can be seen till december 12, 2025.
Karel Vereycken’s Art Work presented in « Modern Renaissance » Magazine
The October 2025 issue (N° 29) of « Modern Renaissance Magazine », page 104-105, presents five art works of Karel Vereycken.
That includes The Return of Poseidon (watercolor) and four etchings: Up to Paradise, H2O, Flemish Fisherman and Stairway to Heaven.
Clock here to see entire magazine.
Karel Vereycken selected for the book « 100 Artists of Europe »
Thrilled to announce that I’ve been selected to be featured in the forthcoming book « 100 Artists of Europe », to appear in 2026. Honored to be part of this initiative celebrating creativity across our continent. #100ArtistsOfEurope #EuropeanArt #CultureAndArt
Preview of publication
Karel Vereycken wins « Top in Category Award » for Printmaking
On Oct. 10, 2025, the Circle Foundation for the Arts (CFA) Director Myrina Tunberg Georgiou informed Karel Vereycken he won, with his engraving Farmers of Sudan, the « Top in Category Award » in Printmaking for the 11th International Artist of the Month Contest.
« Your work really stood out to me and you have been selected as Top in Category. It is clear to me that you have a solid vision, your practice is cohesive and the work is aesthetically remarkable » she wrote.
Karel Vereycken wins « 12th ANIMAL » Talent Prize Award
On Oct. 8, 2025, Karel Vereycken got the following information from the Los Angeles-based global online art gallery and platform for artists, TERAVARNA:
« We’re delighted to bring you the exciting news that you have won a TALENT PRIZE AWARD in the « 12th ANIMAL » art competition. [of TERAVARNA]
« The exhibition of your winning artwork is currently being displayed in our winner’s gallery: https://www.teravarna.com/winners-2025-animal-12
The etching for which the prize was awarded will be shown at the upcoming exhibition « Estampes d’automne » in Montreuil, France, opening Oct. 10 till Dec. 12.
On Sunday Oct. 12, Karel VEREYCKEN will do an onsite demonstration of engraving techniques. Hope we can meet there?
Karel Vereycken awarded in « 8th Water » art contest
This summer, I crafted an engraving which I named « H2O ». Days later, I discovered there was an international juried art competition on the theme of « Water » organized by the Art Show International Gallery, currently known as Teravarna. So I decided to participate.
On Sept. 20, , Teravarna informed me :
« We’re delighted to bring you the exciting news that you have won an award in the « 8th WATER » art competition. The exhibition of your winning artwork is currently being displayed in our winner’s gallery: https://www.teravarna.com/winners-2025-water-8
Again, congratulations on your well-deserved win, and we hope to highlight many more of your artistic contributions for our upcoming exhibitions. »
