FAO International Art Competition

The Young Hands Together for Diversity International Art Competition: Call for submissions
Submission deadline: 15 June 2010

The theme for the competition is “biodiversity” and what it means to young people around the world. For example, in their artwork, children and youth may explore the amazing variety of life on the planet, the richness of ecosystems, the reasons why biodiversity is being lost, or the things people are doing to protect biodiversity.

Participants

Children and young people between 6 to 20 years are eligible to participate. Age categories: 6‐10 years, 11‐15 years and 16‐20 years.

Rules

1. Artwork must be the original work of the entrant.
2. Artwork should reflect the theme “biodiversity”
3. Artwork should be done on white A4‐size paper in the round or square template frames provided. The diameter of the round frame and the length of the square should be 18cm.
4. Any type of art materials may be used (e.g. pens, pencils, paints) except crayons. Computer graphics programmes are also allowed. Using bold colours is recommended.
5. Do not include a particular person, an organization or a brand name.
6. Use your imagination, most of all have FUN!

Submitting your artwork

Only one entry is permitted per young person.

Entries may be submitted electronically by email to: children‐[email protected]. Please note that if your submission is sent electronically you should keep the original work in a safe place as we may require the original if your artwork is selected.
Or via ordinary mail (preferably in a water‐proof envelope) to:
Dr Reuben Sessa
Young Hands Together for Diversity International Art Competition
NRC
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Viale delle Terme di Caracalla
00153 Rome, Italy

Please visit FAO website for further information.