KOCEF Presents the International Ceramix Competition

International Thu 21-10-2010

KOCEF Presents the International Ceramix Competition
Press Release

The Korea Ceramic Foundation(KOCEF) will present the International Ceramix Competition with a new vision as the main event of the Gyeonggi International Ceramix Biennale 2011, which will be held for 30 days from September 24 to October 23, 2011.

There is Still Life | Wood, Formica, Slip Cast and Thrown Porcelain by Simon Ward | Courtesy: CraftScotland.com

We look forward to full participation and support from ceramic artists from all over the world, established and emerging, who will lead the creative future of ceramics in the 21st century.

Categories for Entries

Ceramics for Use :

Ceramic works that are applicable to everyday use that will contribute to artistic and industrial development of ceramics.

Ceramics as Expression :

Pure formative art using diverse ceramic techniques and materials imbued with modern sense. In this category are ceramic sculptures, installations, and conceptual art, etc.

Traditional Folk Ceramics :

Works that show ceramic traditions and unique cultures in different regions of the world, while making harmony and developing with modern aesthetic sense

5th CEBIKO Biennale, 2009 | Courtesy: Wocef.com

Qualification

Open to ceramic artists the world over. Works by individuals or by groups may be submitted.

Ceramic works mixed with other genres or that are collaborations with other genres may be submitted. One person or group may submit up to three entries, regardless of categories.

Theme

There is no specific theme. Entrants are free to express their innovative and original ideas that will contribute to the development of the ceramic industry and ceramic art.

Application Procedure

Submission of Images for Preliminary Screening : January 10 ~ February 28, 2011
Announcement of Preliminary Screening : March 29, 2011
Submission of Actual Works for Final Selection : Korea) April 20 ~ April 27, 2011 /Overseas) April 20 ~ May 25, 2011 Announcement of Final Selection : June 23, 2011

Awards

The Ceramix Grand Prix is awarded to the best entry that wins the highest score regardless of category. The same number of gold, silver, bronze, and special prizes will be awarded in each category.

Awards	No. of awards	Prize
Ceramix Grand Prix	(1 in each category)	50,000,000
Gold Prize 3	(1 in each category)	20,000,000 each
Silver Prize 6	(2 in each category)	10,000,000 each
Bronze Prize 6	(2 in each category)	6,000,000 each
Special Prize 6	(2 in each category)	2,000,000 each
Juror’s Choice	5	1,000,000 each
Honorable Mention	Multiple	-

- Cash prizes for the Grand, Gold, Silver, and Bronze prize winners include the purchase prices for the prize winning works.

- Cash prizes will be based on Korean currency. The exchange rate at the time the awards are granted shall apply to conversion of the prize money to the currency of choice by the winner.

- KOCEF reserves the right to exhibit, photograph, record and publish selected works

For Inquiries
Korea Ceramic Foundation, Biennale Secretariat
Tel: +82 31 631 6501 / 645 0685 | Fax: +82 31 631 1614
Webpage: www.kocef.org | E-mail:gicb2011@gmail.com (Inquiries may be made by fax or e-mail.)

Posted By: Hirum Ndungu

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