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National Art Contest invites
everyone to compete again!
The Grand Canyon State Games Art Contest sponsored by Southwestern College promotes creativity through art as an effective method for artists of ALL ages (grades K-12, adults ages 18-49, 50+) to express their dreams and ideas for a successful life and a better community. This
contest continues to invite all 47 other State Games to compete in this year’s competition. 2009 marks the 18th anniversary of GCSG. Over the years, more than 355,000 participants have had the chance to enjoy the spirit of competition in sports, games, and an art / essay contest. The vision of healthy self-improvement through friendly competition continues in the Art Contest.
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Themes
- 1. Get Up! Get Active! Get Involved! Get
Healthy! Show why your lifestyle should
include exercising, eating right and getting
plenty of sleep in order to build a healthy
body and mind and a strong heart.
- We have a new President of the United States.
What would the White House look like if you
were the President?
- The power of education! Show how and why
education matters.
- This is our country. Practice peace and strong
citizenship. Display why you are proud to be
an American.
- Sit on the sidelines or get in the game?
Portray why it is important to “get in
the game” and be active in the fight
against obesity.
- “Draw the Line” by saying NO to alcohol and
drugs. Display how avoiding alcohol, drugs
and tobacco can enhance your life, your
family’s life and your community.
- “Character Counts.” Illustrate how practicing
one or more of the six pillars of character
(Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility,
Fairness, Caring, Citizenship) makes you a
better person.
- Through unexpected circumstances, show the
beauty of creation.
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Student life is rich at Southwestern College with many opportunities for building
life-long friendships, community & Christian service, spiritual development & support, athletics, leadership – and of course, fun! Located in Phoenix , Southwestern is a regionally accredited 4-year Christian College. We are dedicated to the purpose of providing our students with a solid educational experience firmly established upon a Biblical and spiritual foundation. |
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Format
Entry Form
All artwork must be accompanied by an entry form (attached to the back of the work) with the following information about the individual submitting the artwork or it will not be entered
into the contest:
- Full name.
- GRADE LEVEL (for youth), birthday and age.
- Home address.
- Email address.
- Name, address, and phone number of
adult sponsor.
- Signature certification by the adult sponsor
that the art represents the independent work
of the child. Adult entries must have adult
artist signature.
- Personal statement (50 words or less) of
biographical information or description of
artwork. (The personal statement is optional.)
Download Cover Sheet (Word .doc)
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Purpose
The Grand Canyon State Games Art Contest fosters healthy competition, provides a
sense of accomplishment to all participants,
and encourages individual creativity and
original expression.
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Judges
The judges will be appointed by the Grand Canyon State Games. Judges will be chosen from the board, volunteers and professional artists.
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Rules and Categories
- Eligibility: All youth-kindergarten through
adults 50+.
- Each participant may submit ONLY ONE
art piece.
Judging: kindergarten thru grade 12
(13 categories individual by grade), adults 18 to 49 (1 category), adults 50+ (1 category)
- All entries must be two-dimensional pieces of
art no larger than 16”x20”. Only the following
materials may be used to create artwork: Paper,
Tempera and Watercolor (no oils or acrylics),
Crayons, Colored Pencils, Photographs,
Markers, Glue, Collage materials such as
magazine cut-outs, fabrics, beads, etc.
- All artwork must be the original design and
work of the participant. All artwork submitted
will become the property of the Grand Canyon
State Games and will not be returned to
the participants.
- Artwork may be used in advertising by all
sponsors and the Grand Canyon State Games.
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Deadline
Artwork must be postmarked no later than
October 30, 2009.
The address for submission is:
Grand Canyon State Games
2120 E. 6th St., Suite #4,Tempe, AZ 85281
Questions? Call us at (480) 517-9700
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Prizes
Medals will be awarded for 1st (Gold), 2nd (Silver), and 3rd (Bronze) for each grade level (kindergarten thru grade 12, adults ages 18 to 49, and adults 50+). Winners will be recognized throughout the year at Grand Canyon State Games events.
Judging Criteria & Procedures
- Originality/creativity
- Theme interpretation
- Techniques/use of media
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