National Sketching Competition
National Sketching Competition Frequently Asked Questions
What is age limit?
National Sketching Competition is open for adults from 18 and above and young children from 8 – 17 years.
Can I reapply after rejection?
Yes you can reapply after rejection as many times as you wish.
Can I apply for multiple competitions?
Yes you can apply for multiples competitions at the same time.
Why Fees?
Pakistani Rs. 500/ will be charged from each participant of the competition. You are requested submit Rs. 500/= Fess for each competition. This Fees is used for providing support to students with financial emergency which may impede their academic progress and ability to complete classes. For more information for Student Relief Fund click here.
Submit Fees on following Accounts.
Account Title: Riaz Ahmed
(JazzCash, Upaisa and Easypaisa):
03353304400
Note: Provide screenshot of payment and upload in the form provided in each competition.
Can I get any award?
Youth For Pakistan is non-profit organization, we conduct 16 competitions on monthly basis, so we can not provide cash prize but we provide certificate to winners and put winners profile on our website and social media platforms.
How To Apply?
You are requested to fill the form provided below and choose your competition from dropdown list.
Youth For Pakistan offers several highly esteemed art competitions including National Sketching Competition. No matter your age, skill level, or medium of choice, you’ll find exciting opportunities to see your work in print and raise your visibility in the art world.
“Sketching is almost everything. It is the painter’s identity, his style, and his conviction. Sketch the spirit and soul of what you see! We bring you a Sketching Competition so that you can leave an accurate record of the experience of what one isn’t, of what one doesn’t know.”
- Skill Development: Participating in sketching competitions encourages artists to hone their sketching skills. The challenges presented by specific themes or time constraints push participants to think on their feet, improving their ability to quickly capture ideas and concepts.
- Creativity Boost: Sketching competitions often have unique themes or prompts that stimulate creativity. Artists are prompted to think outside the box, experiment with different styles, and explore new concepts, fostering a culture of innovation.
- Community Building: Sketching competitions bring together artists from diverse backgrounds and skill levels. This sense of community fosters collaboration, mutual support, and the sharing of ideas, techniques, and experiences.
- Exposure and Recognition: Winning or even participating in a sketching competition can provide exposure for artists. This exposure can lead to recognition within the artistic community, potential collaborations, and opportunities for exhibitions or commissions.
- Feedback and Critique: Competing in sketching events offers artists the chance to receive constructive feedback from judges or fellow participants. This feedback can be invaluable for personal growth, allowing artists to identify strengths and areas for improvement in their work.
- Motivation and Goal Setting: Sketching competitions provide a goal-oriented structure, motivating artists to set specific objectives and deadlines. This can be particularly beneficial for those looking to challenge themselves and establish a disciplined artistic routine.
- Cultural Exchange: International sketching competitions facilitate cultural exchange by bringing together artists from different parts of the world. This can lead to the sharing of diverse artistic perspectives and styles, contributing to a richer and more interconnected global art community.
- Documentation of Themes and Trends: Sketching competitions often revolve around specific themes or issues. As a result, they can serve as a documentation of prevailing artistic themes and trends, providing insight into the concerns and interests of the artistic community at a particular moment.
- Educational Opportunities: Many sketching competitions offer educational components, such as workshops, masterclasses, or demonstrations. These opportunities contribute to the continuous learning and development of artists, regardless of their skill level.
- Promotion of Traditional Art Techniques: Sketching competitions often emphasize traditional art techniques. This focus helps preserve and promote the value of hand-drawn and traditional artistic skills in an era where digital tools are prevalent.
- Participants must submit a photo or scan of the sketch using the online form provided. Participants must include their first and last name in the file name of their submission. Entries that do not meet these criteria will be rejected.
- Specify whether the organizers have the right to use submitted sketches for promotional purposes and how artists will be credited.
- By entering the contest, the artist agrees with the rules mentioned above and the decisions of the Selection Committee. Their decision shall be final and is not subject to appeal. The works entered in this contest must be free of any third-party rights. The Contest organizer shall not be liable in relation to any such third-party rights.
- Some competitions may require that entries have not been previously published or submitted to other contests to maintain exclusivity.
