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Call for Animation and Media Arts ‘BLIND SPOT’

LINOLEUM Contemporary Animation and Media Art Festival is the biggest showcase of short independent animation in Ukraine. Launched in 2014 in Kyiv each year the festival screens around 250 films from all over the world, offers workshops and lectures held by the field's best players and a special program for children. LINOLEUM aims to support animation artists and promote Ukrainian animation worldwide as well as encourage and celebrate creativity among animators and media artists. In 2026 the festival will be held September 30-October 4 in Kyiv. We thank the Armed Forces of Ukraine for the oppo

Deadline

May 1st

Verified 1 month ago

Cost

Free

Format

Animation

Eligibility

International/global eligibility.

What You Get

Screening at one of Ukraine's largest animation festivals with international exposure. No specific funding, prizes, or monetary benefits are mentioned on this page.

What to Submit

TBC — the page mentions entries are being accepted for the 2026 edition but does not specify required submission materials.

Insider Tips

  1. Focus on short independent animation, as that is the festival's core programming. 2. Check the festival website directly after January 5, 2026 when entries opened for full submission requirements. 3. Review past festival winners to understand the aesthetic and thematic preferences of the selection committee.

Set reminder: TBC — check linoleumfest.com for submission deadline

Verify dates and eligibility on the official website before applying.

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