Thai children are invited to share their vision for a sustainable world through art for the 17th Kao International Environment Painting Contest, which is accepting entries from young artists aged six to 15 from around the world.
Held by Kao Industrial (Thailand), the contest is an opportunity for children to unleash their imagination and creativity on environmental issues under the theme "Let's Work Together For Our Sustainable Earth" to win exclusive prizes from Japan.
Entries from Thai youth will compete on the international children's art stage and every participant will receive a commemorative certificate in recognition of their contribution.
Over the past 16 years, the contest has received more than 190,000 artworks from nearly 100 countries and regions around the world. This demonstrates the power of the younger generation, who wish to see positive change and are ready to take part in creating a better future for society and the environment.
What makes this contest unique is that the creativity and inspiration expressed by children through their artworks do not end on paper. Kao further extends these ideas into various environmental activities, including wildlife protection, greening and forest conservation and marine litter and waste leakage prevention measures.
For every artwork submitted, Kao will donate ¥50 (just over 10 baht), and participants will be able to choose the environmental activity they wish to support. This reflects Kao's ongoing commitment to promoting sustainable environmental conservation together with the next generation.
Entries must be two-dimensional drawings or paintings. Three-dimensional materials must not be attached to the artwork. The artwork size must be no smaller than A3 and no larger than A2 (minimum 271mm by 392mm, maximum 392mm by 542mm), excluding frames or mounting boards.
Online submission can be made via entry.kao-iepcc.jp/th by Sept 4. Alternatively, the original artwork may be sent to Kao Industrial (Thailand) by post no later than Aug 5.
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