We’re inviting illustrators everywhere to take part in our latest community contest.

This month’s theme is Single Hue. Submit your monochromatic vector illustrations for a chance to win $100 USD and be featured on Unsplash.

Single Hue

This contest is all about colour. Create an illustration based on a single colour or a monochromatic palette. Explore how tone, contrast, and shading can create depth while staying within one colour family. Any subject matter is welcome.

Illustrations by Eva Wahyuni, Sonika Agarwal, Amanda Sala, Imhaf Maulana, Anupam Raisim Kerketta, Alghozy, Drawchicken Studio, and Ghariza Mahavira

One winning illustration will receive $100 USD (via Giftogram). We’ll also feature the winner and a selection of standout submissions in a curated Unsplash collection and across our social channels.

Want in? Here’s how:

1. Upload your vector illustrations to the new Single Hue topic on Unsplash.
2. All entries must be new submissions, submitted after May 31, 2026, and must meet our submission guidelines.
3. Submit by June 30th, 2026.

Submissions are open globally, and there is no limit to the number of illustrations you can enter. Standard contest rules apply.

June 1st, 2026 – June 3oth, 2026

Once submissions close, the Unsplash team will review entries and announce the winning illustration shortly after.

Once submissions close on June 30th, 2026, the Unsplash team will review all entries and handpick a shortlist of 10 illustrations from the Single Hue topic.

From there, the Unsplash community will vote to choose their favorite illustration. Make sure you’re subscribed to our newsletter or many social channels to get involved in selecting the winner!

We can’t wait to see what you create.