Inspiring Tomorrow: Development Meets Art

Theme: Collaborative Action for Growth, Competitiveness and Stability

The NESG, in collaboration with the Africa Art Fund, is organising this Art Competition to promote the creativity and visual expressions of Nigeria-based artists (35 years and under) and their visions for a shared future.

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Theme: Collaborative Action for Growth, Competitiveness and Stability

This competition challenges participants to explore concepts of design, emphasising collaborative and sustainable economic development, and their vision of the future of Nigeria

Contest Objectives

The objectives of the 30th Nigerian Economic Summit (NES#30) Art Competition are to:

Showcase the diversity and creativity of artists across various mediums and styles
Provide Nigeria-based artists with a platform to exhibit their work and gain recognition.
Promote artistic innovation and exploration of themes relevant to Nigeria’s economic growth and development
Foster collaboration and dialogue among artists, art enthusiasts, and the wider community
Celebrate the transformative power of art in enriching lives and inspiring positive change in Nigeria
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Art Media

The competition will adopt a non-categorical format, welcoming a variety of artistic expressions and media using various forms and styles not limited to painting, drawing, sculpture, woodwork, bronze and other metals, and mixed media. Artists may also collaborate and submit joint works for the competition

Eligibility

Only Nigeria-based artists aged 35 and under are eligible to participate. Parents/guardians’ consent is required for artists under 18.

Selection Criteria

  • Uniqueness and creativity in the conceptual approach and artistic vision.
  • Skill in utilising chosen mediums, techniques, and tools, with a focus on precision, detail, and overall execution
  • Effectiveness in interpreting and reflecting the theme- depth and clarity of thematic exploration and personal interpretation.
  • Emotional impact and storytelling elements, with an emphasis on the ability to evoke feelings and convey a coherent narrative
  • Overall presentation- composition, color harmony, balance, and spatial organisation
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Call for entries

1st August, 2024

Submission deadline

14th September 2024

Selection process

21st September 2024: The jury will select 20 finalists for the NES #30 Art Exhibition

Delivery of the physical artworks to Abuja

30th September 2024: The 20 finalists will be required to deliver their physical artworks to Abuja.

Notification of winners

30th September 2024

Exhibition of artworks

13th October 2024 to 16th October 2024

Announcement

The winners will be announced during the Summit

Prizes!

Special Recognition: Honourable mentions and awards for outstanding contributions
Emerging Artist Award: Recognition and support for promising young artists under 18 years.
3rd Place

N1M Cash Prize

Grand Prize
1st Place

N3M Cash Prize

2nd Place

N2M Cash Prize

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