Join the Paralym Art World Cup 2018!

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The Autism Society Philippine is organizing a stable of artists willing to compete at the Paralym Art World Cup, a series of annual art events which will culminate with the Tokyo Paralympic Games in 2020. The competition seeks to empower artists with disabilities all around the world. Read the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and fill out the form below.

Who can join?
Persons with autism, regardless of age, with a PWD ID or medical abstract from a developmental physician can join the competition.

What are the specifications of the art work?
Art work must be between A4 （210mm×297mm） to A3（297mm×420mm） in size. Art work can be digital paintings, colored pencil drawings, acrylic paintings, oil paintings, water color paintings, papercut art, print, embroidery, calligraphy, others. LIMITATIONS: When the surface of the submitted artwork is full of BUMPS to a degree that makes it impossible to scan, the artwork will not be considered for the contest. Photos and 3-dimensional objects will NOT be considered as legitimate applications.

How many entries can a PWA send?
Applicants can only send one entry.

What is the deadline for submission of entries?
25 May 2018, Friday, 5pm

What are the prizes?
Prizes include $5,000 (grand prize) and $2,500 (second prize). Award winners of key prizes will also be invited to Tokyo to attend the award ceremony to be held at the Imperial Hotel (https://www.imperialhotel.co.jp/e/tokyo/index.html) to attend the award ceremony and a social gala. Airfare and accommodation for PWA and parent are included. Award winners will be responsible for the cost of passport and Japanese visas.

What is the selection process*?
June 2018 - Premilinary screening by the Paralym Art World Cup Executive Committee and participating embassies in Japan
July 2018 - Final selection by judges panel and sponsor companies
July 2018 - Results will be announced through the Paralym Art World Cup website and award winners will be contacted individually by the Paralym Art World Cup Executive Committee.
July 2018 - Winning artworks must be sent to the Paralym Art World Cup Executive Committee by post. Shipping will be paid for by the committee.
August 2018 - Winning artworks will be displayed at the award ceremony.
*subject to change

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