Art Amazon Day Festival: Celebrating Amazonian Talent on a Global Stage
The Art Amazon Day Festival is proud to announce its inaugural international competition, designed to discover and promote the extraordinary talent of artists from Brazil’s Northern Region. Focused on the Amazon rainforest as its central theme, the contest provides a unique opportunity for local painters and sculptors to showcase their creativity to an international audience.
Key Details
- Submission Period: November 12 to December 15, 2024. Late entries will not be accepted.
- Semi-Finalists Announcement: December 17, 2024.
- Voting Process: Semi-finalist voting by judges and the public will take place on December 19, 2024.
- Winners Announced: December 20, 2024.
Competition Theme
The theme, “Amazon Rainforest”, invites artists to capture the essence, beauty, and cultural significance of the Amazon in their works. Participants may submit one entry in either painting or sculpture. Only one submission per candidate is allowed, with duplicate entries leading to disqualification.
Judging Criteria
A curatorial team will initially evaluate all submissions based on originality, creative impact, and adherence to the contest theme. The top 10 works will proceed to the semi-finals for further judging.
Prizes
Painting Category
- 1st Place: Exhibition of the artist’s works in New York, launch event on January 31, 2025, and an exclusive course with renowned international artist Pierre Britt.
- 2nd Place: Exhibition in New York and a professional art supplies kit.
Sculpture Category
- 1st Place: Exhibition of the artist’s works in New York, launch event on January 31, 2025, and a professional sculpting tools kit.
Exhibition
The winners’ works will be displayed at the Consulate General of Brazil in New York from February 1 to March 5, 2025, following a grand launch event on January 31, 2025.
How to Participate
- Submit your artwork via the registration link: https://amazondayfestival.com/contato/.
- Only one entry per participant is allowed. Confirmation of successful submission will be sent via email.
This initiative, organized by the Amazon Day Festival, seeks to elevate the voices of Northern Brazilian artists, highlighting their extraordinary contributions to the cultural and artistic heritage of the Amazon. Don’t miss this chance to make your mark on the global stage and help celebrate the Amazon’s vibrant beauty and cultural richness.
