Calling all artists

BENAMOCARRA Town Hall has announced its 25th International Painting Competition 2023, with a total of €4,200 in prizes up for grabs.

All professional and amateur painters are eligible to participate, regardless of age, residence or nationality.

Only one painting per artist is allowed.

The theme and technique are free and the format must be between a minimum of 80cm and a maximum of 120cm on any of its sides.

Works submitted on paper must be protected with a non­breakable material (not glass).

All paintings must have an envelope attached containing the following information: title of the work; name and surname of the artist; address and telephone numbers; technique used; dimensions; artistic curriculum; and two colour photos of other works by the artist.

The artist may include the selling price of the work if desired.

The painting must be delivered to the Benamocarra Town Hall before September 4 from Monday to Friday between 9.00am and 2.30pm.

The winning works will become the property of the Benamocarra Town Hall and will become part of its artistic heritage, reserving the right to subsequent publications or exhibitions.

The selected works will be exhibited in the Benamocarra Exhibition Hall from September 4 until September 15.

For further information, call (+34) 952 509 534.

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