This World Art Day, artists around the globe are being challenged to not just create — but create history. Celebrated annually on April 15, the day marks the birthday of Leonardo da Vinci, the ultimate symbol of artistic brilliance. This year, it comes with an exciting twist: a global call to break art-related world records and uncover the next big name in the creative world.
From the largest collaborative mural to the longest painting session, from creating the most miniature portraits to curating the biggest online art gallery — enthusiasts, professionals, and hobbyists alike are stepping up with brush, canvas, clay, and code to make their mark.
Organizations like the International Association of Art (IAA) and local art councils are joining forces to support record attempts and spotlight rising talent. Social media is buzzing with the hashtag #BrushWithGreatness, showcasing thousands of entries from across continents.
In India, students in Chennai attempted the record for the longest eco-themed chalk drawing, while in Spain, digital artists hosted a 24-hour non-stop live-stream art marathon. Meanwhile, an 11-year-old in South Africa went viral for sketching 100 portraits in a single day — all from memory.
“World Art Day isn’t just about celebration,” says curator and Guinness adjudicator Marie de Lune. “It’s about pushing the limits of imagination. Art can transform spaces, but it can also transform lives.”
The movement aims to inspire artists of all ages to challenge themselves, express their voices, and maybe, just maybe, become the next big name in the global art scene.
So whether you’re a professional painter, a doodler at heart, or someone who hasn’t picked up a brush in years — this World Art Day, your masterpiece could be the one that breaks a record and makes history.
