State-run Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) announced the start of the 19th GSIS National Art Competition 2024. Now on its 19th year, the contest is one of the largest and longest-running art competitions in the country.
The competition has three categories including representational; nonrepresentational (abstract); and sculpture category. The GSIS will be giving P50,000 to P500,000 cash prizes for winning entries. Finalists will take home a cash prize of P7,500.
GSIS said this year’s competition with Bagong Pilipinas as theme for the representational category aligns with the development plan of the March administration which aims to foster a nurturing environment for Filipino artists.
The fund called on local artists to continuously create, innovate and excel in their fields.
“In the GSIS pursuit to celebrate Filipino artistry, this year’s competition highlights how art can be thought provoking and influential in shaping our vision for the future of the Filipino people,” GSIS president and general manager Jose Arnulfo Veloso said.
Eligible participants, aged 18 and above, may submit an original artwork in one category only. All interested participants should adhere to the mechanics and regulations posted on the GSIS website.
Deadline for submission of entries is July 6, 2024 at the GSIS Gymnasium, GSIS Head Office, Pasay City. Artists residing outside Metro Manila can submit their entries via courier from July 4 to 6.