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It’s a multi-round contest: Round 1 – The Signature Stroke: Open-theme submission where Top 1,000 advance. Round 2 – Clash of Art: Audience voting plus judge scoring (50/50) on submitted artwork (photo + optional 30-second video); Top 200 advance. Round 3 – The Visual Voice (Final): Artists present art with a short video (max 3 minutes) explaining concept or process. Voting again is 50% audience, 50% judges. Voice-artist collaborations are allowed if credited.

Anyone—there’s no age limit, and artists can register from any part of the world.

Global exposure and recognition Transparent, real-time voting Certificates and digital badges for each round passed; finalists and winners earn premium certificates and verified artist tag Top artists receive exclusive interviews and media features Artistic development through themed rounds and feedback

Each round uses a 50% audience voting + 50% jury scoring model for fairness.

A global arts and painting competition hosted by Filter Crown that welcomes artists from anywhere in the world—no galleries, gatekeepers, or borders—just your art and a chance to be heard.

Only original, artist-created works—no AI-generated art One submission per round per artist, no group entries Judges’ decisions are final; any voting manipulation will result in disqualification (detected via secure tracking/fraud detection) Upon submission, participants grant Filter Crown a non-exclusive right to display or promote the artwork with full credit Winners and finalists may be publicly featured or contacted for collaborations

Yes! The competition encourages creativity without limitations—you're free to explore any theme.

You can contact Filter Crown at hello.filtercrown@gmail.com or use the message form on the page.

A broad range, including: Traditional Art: acrylic, oil, watercolors, charcoal, pastels, pencil/graphite, ink & pen, mixed media, coffee painting, poster colors. Digital Art: digital illustration, painting, 2D/3D concept art, pixel art, digital collage, motion illustration (as still image), tablet/iPad drawings. Abstract & Conceptual: abstract expressionism, surrealism, symbolism, minimalist art, geometric patterns. Cultural & Thematic Art: folk & tribal, religious, landscape & nature, portraiture, urban sketching, fantasy/mythology. Others: calligraphy, one-page art journals, tattoo designs, single-frame comics/manga panels, pop art/graffiti—and anything else that doesn’t fit these categories.

50% Audience Voting + 50% Experts’ Judging, based on delivery, expression, creativity, interpretation, and audience impact.

Round 1 – The Quill Drop: Submit your original writing (poem, short story, etc.). Top 1,000 entries advance. Round 2 – Ink Clash: Public voting (50%) plus judges’ scoring (50%). The top 200 move on. Round 3 – The Writer’s Arena (Final): Finalists submit a pre-recorded video performance of their piece. Narrator’s face must be visible.

It’s a national-level contest by Filter Crown called Crown the Words, designed to give poets and writers a platform to have their voice shine—across genres, languages, and styles.

No! The competition encourages creative freedom, with no theme limitations.

Yes—voting fraud (bots or fake accounts) will result in disqualification. Participation in the final round (video performance) is mandatory for finalists.

Open to everyone—no age, regional, or professional restrictions (students, professionals, homemakers, retirees). Open to all writing forms—poetry, short stories, novels, microfiction, monologues, spoken word, etc. Submissions accepted in any language, including English, Hindi, Marathi, or other regional languages.

Only original work allowed; plagiarism or previously published pieces will be disqualified. Maximum four submissions per participant across categories. No word limit. Judging factors include creativity, originality, emotional impact, language, and audience engagement.

Any artist—professional or emerging—from anywhere in the world is welcome to list and sell their original works.

Artists keep up to 80% of the sale price. The remainder covers platform commission and taxes (e.g., 18% GST).

It’s a global artist marketplace where independent creators can sell their original artwork directly to collectors and art lovers worldwide—no middlemen, full pricing control, and broad reach.

Register as an artist on the platform. List your work with high-quality images, description, price, and shipping options. Promote: Your listing is showcased on the marketplace and shared through newsletters and social media. Get Paid securely after your artwork sells.

Global Exposure: Reach buyers from 30+ countries. Full Pricing Control: You set your own price. Flexible Shipping: Choose between local or international shipping. Secure Payments: Protected and fast payment transfer. Curation: Only original, high-quality artwork is promoted. Certificates: Optional Certificates of Authenticity are provided.

ou can ship artworks globally. You decide whether to include shipping in your pricing. Filter Crown can assist with pickups, drop-offs, and offers packaging guidance.

Access to a global marketplace A professional author profile Royalty earnings on every sale Content protection via secure PDFs, watermarking, and anti-plagiarism mechanisms Professional curation and promotion including features in newsletters and exhibitions

Your uploads are embedded with an author ID, use watermarks, come with anti-download protections, and if needed, the support team can assist with takedown requests to counter unauthorized use.

Individual poems, short stories, essays E-books (PDF, ePub) Paperback or hardcopy books Series or anthologies Spoken-word performances (audio/video)

Allowed content: Original work by you (you must hold the copyright) Self-published or previously unpublished material Previously published work, if you hold the proper distribution rights Clean, readable, and properly formatted files Prohibited content: Plagiarized or undisclosed AI-generated works Hate speech, explicit adult content, or illegal material Unedited drafts or incomplete works Spam or irrelevant submissions

A global platform where independent writers, poets, and authors can list and sell their original works—ranging from individual poems to full-length books—to a wide audience.

Digital rights (commercial): You keep 80%, Filter Crown takes 20% Printed books: You receive 50%; platform handles printing and logistics for their 50% share E-book/poem downloads: Same as digital rights—80% to you, 20% to Filter Crown Collaboration deals: Also 80% to you, 20% to Filter Crown

The Create Portfolio feature allows artists and writers to build a verified, paid portfolio that boosts authenticity and visibility. It includes a profile page, showcased works, social links, and trust-enhancing elements like a “Verified” badge.

A portfolio on Filter Crown helps you: Be more discoverable by buyers, publishers, curators, and collaborators Build credibility with a verified presence Stand proudly in a curated, global creative network

Filter Crown portfolios are ideal for: Artists seeking sales or project commissions Writers aiming to publish, gain paid opportunities, or build a following Authors showing off books for sale Poets pursuing contest involvement or collaborations Creatives applying for grants, residencies, or exhibitions

Your portfolio includes: A personalized page with a unique URL Your artist or writer bio Showcase of your works (art, poems, writings, or books) Links to your social media, personal website, or YouTube “Hire Me” or “Buy Now” buttons for commissions or purchases A collaboration request form A Verified badge to increase trust, and Option for featured listing on the homepage & newsletters (available in Pro plans only)

Yes. Every submitted portfolio undergoes a quick review and verification to ensure originality, quality, and compliance. Filter Crown maintains a zero-tolerance policy against plagiarism, fake work, and abusive content.

Paid portfolios reduce spam, bot activity, and hobbyist clutter. This ensures serious, credible creators stand out in a curated space that attracts genuine buyers, publishers, galleries, and collaborators.