20th International Contest of Art and Graphics: "In My Homeland"

The 20th International Contest of Art and Graphics invites young artists to showcase their creativity and artistic skills. Organized by Green Cross Belarus with support from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Protection of the Republic of Belarus and the Art Teachers’ Union, this event celebrates art inspired by the world around us.

Contest Themes

1. In My Homeland (Free Theme):

   • Participants can freely interpret and depict their homeland through their artistic lens.

2. My Window (Additional Theme):

   • Focus on the world as seen through a window.
   • Explore how the view changes with seasons, time of day, or emotions.
   • Includes an optional "My Window" Sketch Series: Three A4 sketches attached to a common base, capturing different perspectives or moments.

Suggested Techniques

While participants can choose their preferred style, the contest encourages trying these techniques:

• Collage (Ages 10–18):

  • Experiment with layering and combining different materials like paper, cardboard, and magazines.
  • Collage offers a dynamic way to express life’s complexities and emotions.

• Pencil Drawing:

  • Create expressive artwork using lead or colored pencils.
  • Explore shading, layering, and stroke methods to enhance creativity.

Participation Requirements

• Age Group: 5 to 18 years.
  • Collage submissions are accepted from participants aged 10 and above.
• Artwork must be original, creative, and completed in 2024.
• Each piece should have a meaningful title to enhance its impact.
• Plagiarism is strictly prohibited, and all entries will be checked.

Artwork Dimensions: At the participant’s discretion (no framing required).

For "My Window" Sketch Series: Submit three A4 sketches attached to a common base.

Attach a completed registration form (available for download) to the back of the artwork.

Submission Guidelines

• Submission Period: October 1 to December 31, 2024.
• Mailing Address:
  Non-governmental Organization «Green Cross Belarus»
  Contest «In My Homeland»
  222201, Minsk oblast, Smolevichi, Republic of Belarus.

Important:

• Use regular or EMS postal services without declaring parcel value.
• Submitted artworks will not be returned and may be used for educational, promotional, or charitable activities.

Evaluation and Results

• Entries will be reviewed in February 2025.
• Winners and diploma recipients will be announced.
• Awarded works will be displayed at the 20th International Exhibition of Art and Graphics in April 2025 and online at www.children-art.org.

Why Participate?

This contest is an opportunity for young artists to:

• Showcase their creativity.
• Gain international recognition.
• Explore and experiment with artistic techniques.
• Be part of an esteemed exhibition celebrating youth art.

Embrace the themes, experiment with your chosen style, and bring your world to life through art!