ARE YOU THE NEXT WINNER OF THE SASOL NEW SIGNATURES ART COMPETITION?

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TheSasol New Signatures Art Competition, in proud partnership with the Association of Arts Pretoria, is the longest running competition of its kind in South Africa. The competition is open to all South African visual artists who are 18 years and older who have not yet held a solo exhibition. Artists can submit their artworks in all artistic mediums – painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, photography, video and installations.

Sasol New Signatures shines the spotlight on South African artistic talent and creates opportunities to showcase undiscovered artists. This competition has provided a platform for unknown artists to break into the mainstream. “If you are an artist who is looking for a career in the art arena, have the talent and the drive and the vision for a solo exhibition - this is the competition for you! It gives you an opportunity to have your work seen, not only by the judges but also by the art-loving public. You just never know who is watching” says National Chairperson, Dr Pfunzo Sidogi.

Contemporary, innovative and emerging artists with winning aspirations are invited to submit their artworks at one of several collection points around the country on Tuesday, 6 June and Wednesday, 7 June from 10h00 to 16h00 for judging and selection for the Sasol New Signatures exhibition 2023. A completed entry form and supporting documentation must be submitted along with the artworks.

First prize: R100 000 and an opportunity of a solo exhibition at the Pretoria Art Museum (Terms and conditions apply).

Runner-up: R25 000

Five merit awards: R10 000 each

For more info on the competition, to download entry form and collection point information visit www.sasolsignatures.co.za