Two Estonian Academy of Arts graduates have been shortlisted for the Global Creative Graduate Showcase 2026.
Now it’s time to show your support and help put Estonian creativity on the international stage. Their work is being reviewed by an international panel of leading industry creatives from Amazon, Azimuth Yachts, Frieze, Google, Gucci, Heatherwick Studio, NYCxDESIGN, Zaha Hadid and more. Audiences around the world can also discover their work and vote for their favourites.
Discover their projects and cast your vote.
Pauline Ööpik — viik : viik
A fashion collection shortlisted in Casual / Streetwear and Fashion / Textiles / Accessories.
Vote here: https://vote.artsthread.com/project/fashion-collection-viik-viik
Wing Ki Shek — Long Story
A project shortlisted in Contemporary Craft and Fine Art / Photography / Craft.
Vote here: https://vote.artsthread.com/project/long-story
Their work has already received support from two countries, and that number is growing! Across the Showcase, audiences from 108 countries have taken part so far, with its global reach continuing to expand.
Let’s help it grow even further and show the world what EKA graduates can do.
Public voting closes on 21 October 2026.
Every vote counts! Cast yours, share the news and encourage your friends to support Pauline and Wing Ki on their international creative journey.
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