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Art Battle is the world’s leading live art competition, founded in 2001 in New York City by Sean Bono. Since its inception, the brand has hosted 2,000+ events across 50+ cities worldwide, turning galleries, clubs, and cultural spaces into high-energy stages where artists create live works while audiences vote for winners. The event format typically features 12 contestants, three rounds of 20 minutes each, and a live audience voting system, guiding participants toward national and international championships. The atmosphere blends live painting with a club-like vibe—complete with DJs and live music at many venues—making Art Battle a distinctive fusion of art and performance.