The Marina Alta Artists Association (ADAMA), in collaboration with the Department of Economic Promotion and Tourism of the Ondara City Council, led by Raquel Mengual, has announced the celebration of the II Quick Painting Competition 'The Colors of Ondara'. The event will take place next Saturday, December 28, in the vicinity of the El Prado building and the center of Ondara.
Initially scheduled for the November Fair, the competition was postponed out of solidarity with those affected by the DANA. Now, it is being resumed with greater force, offering a unique opportunity for artists to showcase their talent in a historical and cultural setting.
Contest rules
- Participation: Open to artists over 16 years of age. Technique and theme are free. Participants may choose locations within the historic centre and around the Prado, notifying the organisation in advance.
- Supports: Artists must provide their own materials, including supports (50 cm to 100 cm per side) and easels. Only one work per participant will be accepted.
- Jury: Composed of experts from the artistic field selected by the Council and ADAMA. Their decisions will be final. The first prize will become the property of the Ondara City Council.
- Criteria: Aspects such as technical quality, composition, creativity, innovation and originality will be assessed.
- Registration: open until December 26, 2024 via email adama.arte@gmail.com. Registrations can also be made on the day of the event, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., at the Casa de Cultura de Ondara.
- Contest schedule: The sealing of the supports will be from 8:30 to 9:30 am. The works must be delivered before 14:00 pm and will be displayed on the dock of the Prado building until 15:00 pm. The jury's decision will be issued at 17:00 pm.
- Showroom: The participating works will be exhibited at the House of Culture on a date to be announced shortly.
Awards
- 1er Award: 500 euros
- 2º Award: 250 euros
- Local Artist Award: 50 euros in artistic materials.
- Regional Artist Award: Lunch for two people.
The competition aims to promote artistic expression and highlight the emblematic corners of Ondara. It is an opportunity to enjoy local and regional talent, framed in the rich cultural heritage of the municipality. For more information, interested parties can contact the organization by email.
