Open call for illustration/challenge

Wasai Studio’s Illustration Challenge: "Me Growing Up in Two Different Cultures" 

 

Hey artists across Europe!

Ready for an exciting new challenge? Wasai Studio is calling on all creative minds for our very first Illustration Challenge with the theme "Me Growing Up in Two Different Cultures"! We want to see your unique stories of living between two worlds, blending cultures and the experiences that have shaped who you are today. So let´s start to draw a pattern that reflects your journey across cultures using e.g. symbols, places, animals or emotions that feel authentic to you. 

What does it mean to grow up across borders? Is it the food, the languages, or the traditions that stand out the most? Maybe it’s the thrill of adapting to a new culture or the bittersweet feeling of missing your roots. Whatever your story is, we’re eager to see it come to life through your illustrations in your own style! 🎨✨

Whether you moved as a child or split your time between countries, this challenge is all about exploring the beauty, complexity and richness of your multicultural experience. So, grab your pens, tablets or brushes and let’s create something meaningful!

 

PRIZES & OPPORTUNITIES

Not only will you get the chance to win amazing prizes from Wasai Studio, but you might also have your artwork featured in our upcoming eExhibition* all about growing up across borders! 🌍✨

AWARD CATEGORIES

First Prize: Excellent Awards

  • €100 cash 💰
  • Wasai Studio gift voucher €100

Second Prize: Outstanding Awards

  • Wasai Studio gift set worth €45
  • €50 Wasai Studio gift voucher

Third Prize: People's Choice Award

  • €50 Wasai Studio gift voucher 🎉

     

      IMPORTANT DATES 📅

      • Submissions Open: 8:00 p.m. October 11 – 23:59 p.m November 5, 2024 ( Berlin Timezone, GMT+2)
      • Winners Announced (expected): November 15, 2024
      • eExhibition (TBD): December 2024

      HOW TO PARTICIPATE

      1. You are currently living in Europe and over 18 years old.
      2. Submit your artwork through the form on Wasai Studio’s website.
      3. (Optional) Share your artwork on IG or Tiktok, tag IG @wasaistudio_official or Tiktok @wasaistudio and use #WasaiChallenge2024 to compete for the People’s Choice Award! The work that wins the Vote is the work with the highest reach (sum of likes, comments, shares) for the work posted by the author on IG or Tiktok.

      CONTEST RULES

      • Entries must not be created or supported by any artificial intelligence (AI) software and must not have been published or released for commercial purposes. Entries found to be in violation will be immediately disqualified from the program.
      • There’s no limit on how many pieces you can submit! Just make sure each piece is sent with its own form.
      • Artworks must be 300 dpi or higher with a minimum size of 40x40 cm and submitted in .ai, .jpg, .png, .psd or .pdf formats.
      • Your work should connect to the theme and meet the contest guidelines.
      • Your work can be digital or on paper, scanned or photographed, neat, sharp, not blurred, not covered with unrelated objects such as background, table top, colored pens, etc.
      • The painting does not contain text, unless the text is part of the work.
      • The introduction of the work does not include extraneous information such as advertisements, news, links, or hashtags that do not comply with regulations.
      • Within 03 days from the announcement of the contest results, if the Organizing Committee cannot contact the winning author or the author cannot provide the original painting file, the prize will be canceled or transferred to another author/work.

      COPYRIGHT & RIGHTS 🔐

      Your submission must be original and not previously published or used commercially. You’re responsible for the copyright, and if you’ve used someone else’s ideas, make sure you have their permission. To protect your work, feel free to add a watermark—we’ll ask for a clean version if it’s chosen for printing purposes.

      You keep full ownership of your artwork and we’ll only use your submissions to promote the contest and its related activities. If there’s a chance to commercially use your work beyond the competition, we’ll reach out to you directly for collaboration (and yes, that means extra compensation!).

       

      Ready to dive in? We can’t wait to see your take on "Me Growing Up in Two Different Cultures"! 🌍🎨

      Have questions? Drop us an email at support@wasaistudio.com.

      P.S.: Stay tuned for details about the eExhibition in December where your work might be displayed online for all to see!

      Official Hashtags: #WasaiIChallenge2024 #TwoCountriesOneMe