Creative competition "Spirit of Reading" (Baku, Azerbaijan)
Azerbaijan Artists' Union, Azerbaijan State Art Gallery, Khatai Kids Art and Khatai Art Center invite young artists to take part in creative competition "Spirit of Reading" (Mütaliə ruhu).
The competition is supported by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Academy of Arts of Azerbaijan, Azerbaijan Television and Radio Broadcasting Closed Joint Stock Company, Khatai District Executive Authority.
The competition is focused on the strengthening of the traditions of book illustration. Illustrations or miniatures of works of children's and folk literature, author's works, as well as works about nature and descriptions of everyday scenes are accepted for participation.
Themes and techniques are free.
Format of works: max 30х40 sm.
One participant can submit max 2 works. Authors may submit works created jointly (child-teacher, child-parent, friends) with their name.
In the application form it is necessary to specify:
- the literary work on which the art work is based;
- name of the work;
- name and surname of author (authors);
- country;
- date of birth;
- educational institution;
- contacts.
A photo of the work and an application form should be sent to the following email address mutalieruhu@gmail.com
The deadline for accepting works is December 10, 2024.
The jury will select 100 best works to be included in the final exhibition. I,II,III places will be awarded, certificates will be given to the participants of the exhibition, and the most active schools will be awarded gratitude. The 20 best works will be presented in the permanent exposition of Khatai Art Centre during 2 weeks.
Nominations:
- The best illustration to classical literature
- The best illustration to modern literature
- The best work with national spirit
- The best color solution
- The best minimalist work
- The best dream image
- The best illustration and miniature
For additional questions: +994 51 310-74-01 (whatsapp).