Mental Health Awareness Month Art Competition
All current University of Adelaide students are invited to participate in the 2024 Mental Health Awareness Month Art Competition as we share powerful stories of resilience through art and a chance to win $500.
This year's theme for Mental Health Awareness Month emphasises the importance of developing resilience to navigate life's challenges. We hope to share powerful stories through art that embody the journey of resilience and mental health.
Whether through vibrant colours, symbolic imagery, or thoughtful composition, we want to see how you can convey the message of resilience in a single artwork. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact through your art and contribute to the promotion of mental health awareness at the University of Adelaide.
Submissions must be uploaded in jpg or png format and title with a short blurb of 500 words or less must be provided to accompany the artwork.
Three winners will be selected, each receiving $500, to represent the diverse experiences and stories of resilience within our student community. Mental health journeys are unique, and having multiple winners allows us to showcase a variety of perspectives, ensuring more voices are heard and celebrated. The three pieces of art will be printed on a large scale and displayed throughout the month across campuses, providing visibility and recognition for their artistic contributions.
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Guidelines
You must be a current University of Adelaide student to enter the competition.
Your artwork must meet the following criteria:
- Relevance to the theme: How well does the artwork relate to the theme of "Building Strength for Mental Health"?
- Creativity and originality: Is the design original and creative? Does it stand out and capture attention?
- Aesthetic: Is the artwork visually appealing?
- Symbolism: Does the artwork incorporate meaningful symbols or elements that represent mental health strength and resilience?
- Safe and respectful: Is the artwork conveyed safely and appropriately? Inappropriate language, imagery, or storytelling will not be accepted.
- Overall impact: Overall, how impactful is the artwork? Does it have the potential to resonate with a wide audience and leave a lasting impression?
Terms and Conditions
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Mediums of Art
- Digital: Including graphic designs, digital paintings, and illustrations.
- Traditional: Such as paintings, drawings, and mixed media.
- Photography: Original photos that capture the essence of resilience and mental strength.
- Poetry and written: Poems or written pieces that express the journey and strength in mental health.
- Sculptures and other forms of 3D art will not be accepted due the inability to display these pieces appropriately.
Photos of original artwork are required for the purpose of submission. If your submission is chosen for display, the Student Health and Wellbeing team will organise appropriate photography for display.
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Voting
The Student Health and Wellbeing panel will shortlist submissions after the competition closes. This will be based on the competition guidelines. Students will be informed on next steps. The shortlisted entrants will then be displayed on our website and social media accounts for public voting. Successful artwork will be displayed around campuses for the month of October. By submitting your application, you are consenting to your art being published online and in person.
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Prizes
Three winners will be selected, each receiving $500, to represent the diverse experiences and stories of resilience within our student community. Mental health journeys are unique, and having multiple winners allows us to showcase a variety of perspectives, ensuring more voices are heard and celebrated.
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Submission Details
- Deadline: Submissions close on Sunday 4 August at 12:00 AM.
- Voting: Public voting will open 12 August and close on 26 August.
- Winners will be contacted via phone and email on 20 August and announced on the 30 August.
For any questions relating to the competition, please email studentwellbeing@adelaide.edu.au.