CALL FOR CREATION OF MOSAICS – MACEDONIA

Deadline: 1st September 2015

The object of the competition is creating conceptual art solution for the appearance of mosaic concrete canvases by architectural drawings for a Square in Skopje.
- The conceptual design for the mosaics should be prepared for the entire surface and should represent a modern and original art and artistic expression which will contain elements of the figure of the square, and in itself can include signs or symbols of the historical context.
- The artistic solution should fit thematically and aesthetically in the existing and planned architectural solution of the square.
- Proposed solutions are for making mosaics, such as coating the parts of reinforced concrete walls, the bed of the fountain (waterfall) and the horizontal part of the reinforced concrete slab in the upper plateau of the Square
- The mosaic is made of small granite and marble pieces.
- The competition is open and anonymous. In the competition domestic or foreign individuals and entities can participate.
Total working area of 630 m².
Theme: The content of the subjects is an important element for the solution. Therefore, the thematic ratio of the former to the present historical context shall be taken into consideration. It shall involve fine thematic narration dedicated to the life and work of Skenderbeg, to rely on documented and verified historical facts. Among other features, it would be desirable to emphasize human virtues.

Prizes and Redeems
Best Conceptual art solutions will be ranked and will be financially rewarded and redeemed as follows:
— I prize (a prize in the amount of 300 000 MKD)
— II prize (a prize in the amount of 100 000 MKD)
— III prize ( a prize in the amount of 60 000 MKD).

For detailed information on how to participate ( required documentation and contact address), Enter in Competitions Details