Entries are now officially open for the annual Sasol New Signatures Art Competition 2022.

Being the longest-running competition of its kind in South Africa, Sasol New Signatures plays an important role in unearthing new South African talent and providing a platform from which emerging artists can launch their artistic careers.

Chairperson of Sasol New Signatures, Pfunzo Sidogi said artists are invited to showcase their talents.

“Sasol New Signatures has embraced the challenge of being more than another art event. In the same way that truly great art transcends creativity and imagination, the Sasol New Signatures Art Competition is an opportunity for artists, audiences, and society at large to rethink and reimagine their world,” said Sidogi.

Artists who are over 18 years and have not held a solo exhibition are eligible to apply and those who have held a solo exhibition for academic purposes are also allowed to enter the competition. Artists can submit up to two artworks in all artistic mediums, including photography, performance art, video and installations.

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‘‘Art Beyond Imagination’ is a celebration of the borderless human consciousness, the boundless skill and infinite vision of the artist, and the limitless inspirational power of art. This moniker embodies the values and essence of both Sasol and the 2022 Sasol New Signatures Art Competition,” added Sidogi.

Senior Manager in Group Brand and Sponsorships, Nozipho Mbatha said that Sasol is proud to be a key sponsor alongside with Association of Arts Pretoria.

“Art Beyond Imagination’ stimulates creative thinking and innovation, but also challenges both the artist and the audience to think beyond boundaries into a new and limitless world,” said Mbatha.

Artists can drop off their work at selected drop offs in Bloemfontein, Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg, Polokwane, Gqeberha and Pretoria.

The winner of the Sasol New Signatures Art Competition will be announced on August 24.

The winner will receive R100 000 and a solo exhibition at next year’s exhibition. The winning works will also be displayed at the Pretoria Art Museum from August 25 till October 2.

The runner-up will receive R25 000 and the five merit award winners will each walk away with R10 000.

For more information regarding the competition , visit their website on www.sasolsignatures.co.za or contact Nandi Hilliard from the Association of Arts Pretoria on 083 288 5117 or 012 346 3100.

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