Art Competition

Chobham Manor Art Competition:

Bringing the Community Spirit to the Lobby

This competition invites residents of Chobham Manor and local schools to showcase their artistic talents and create a welcoming focal point in the lobbies of apartment blocks.  Winning artwork will be displayed prominently, fostering a sense of community and reflecting the vibrant spirit of the Olympic Park into Chobham Manor apartment blocks.

Eligibility:

• Open to all residents of Chobham Manor and local schools.

• Age categories:

  • Junior (5-12 years old)

  • Teen (13-19 years old)

  • Adult (20 years old and above)

Artwork Categories:

• Nature & Environment: Capture the feel of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, the surrounding area, or celebrate themes of sustainability and nature.

• Community & Togetherness: Depict the vibrant life at Chobham Manor, showcasing the diverse community or activities residents enjoy.

• Abstract & Inspirational: Uplift and inspire with original, non-representational artwork that complements the lobby's modern aesthetic.

Artwork Specifications:

• Medium: Paintings, drawings, textiles, prints, photographs etc.  We are open to any form of artwork of any size.  Our primary preference is that it should be wall mountable.

• Work submitted: The format of the piece(s) submitted need not be the work that will be mounted in apartment block lobbies.

Prizes:

(for each age category)

• First Prize: £50

• Second Prize: £30

• Third Prize: £20

Judging Criteria:

• Originality and creativity

• Relevance to the chosen category and the spirit of Chobham Manor

• Composition and aesthetics

• Appropriateness for the lobby space (size, colour scheme)

Important Dates:

• Submission Deadline: 31 July 2024

• Winner Announcement:  14 September 2024 at the CMRA Autumn event.

• Exhibition: 14 September at the CMRA autumn event, location Timberlodge.  

How to Submit:

• Physical Artwork - to 21 Hyett Court, Honour Lea Avenue, London E20 1HH, Telephone 07933733561, and/or

• High-resolution image of the artwork to secretary@chobhammanor.org

Artists(s’) details including name, age and contact details should be submitted with the work.  Include artwork title, and inspiration as desired.  

Additional Information:

• Artists can submit multiple entries in multiple formats if desired.

• Collaborative entries are encouraged.

• Shortlisted artists may be contacted for additional information or clarification about their artwork.

• The artwork (that displayed in lobbies) will become the property of the Chobham Manor Residents' Association.

• Cost of mounting and/or framing will be borne by the residents association.

• Any questions please contact secretary@chobhammanor.org

We look forward to receiving your creative entries!

Please let us know if you are planning to enter by filling out this form: