How would you { Define Safe }?
FutureTense Awards 3rd Edition is inviting creative interpretations on the theme of "Define Safe" across different dimensions. Artists are encouraged to explore one of the following themes and submit their work:
▼ Define Safe for { Humans }:
Illustrate what safety means for humans. Your artwork can depict physical, emotional, psychological, or societal aspects of human safety. Consider how environments, relationships, and systems contribute to a safe existence for individuals and communities.
▼ Define Safe for { Environment }:
Create a piece that represents the safety of our environment. Show practices and principles that protect ecosystems, biodiversity, and natural resources. Highlight measures that prevent environmental degradation and promote sustainability.
▼ Define Safe for { A.I. }:
Depict what safety means in the context of artificial intelligence. Explore themes such as ethical AI, transparency, reliability, and security. Consider how AI can be designed and implemented to align with human values and operate safely within society.
▼ Define Safe for { Mind }:
"心安" translates to "peace of mind" or "inner peace." Capture the essence of achieving "心安" through your art. Reflect on cultural, philosophical, spiritual, and personal interpretations of inner tranquility and how individuals can find peace amidst life's challenges.
*Note: The phrase {此心安處是吾鄉 } translates to 'Where my heart is at peace, there is my home,' comes from 蘇軾 (Su Shi)'s poem "定風波‧南海歸贈王定國侍人寓娘" written during his exile, the poem reflects Su Shi's contemplations on life and inner peace. The phrase emphasizes that true belonging is found within oneself rather than in a specific place. The line captures the essence of finding comfort and contentment, no matter the external circumstances.
_Age 30 or below
_Based in Asia
*Note: {Asia region includes: Hong Kong, Macau, China, Taiwan, Mongolia, Japan, Korea and South East Asia}
Media Art Award
<Media Art Award> focuses on the works that are difficult to evaluate by conventional standards, as well as those with any new forms of expression that have the potential to be revered as works of art in the future. Any art form that demonstrates the usage of advanced new media technologies to transmit content through connection and conversation, or from virtual to physical, would be categorised under the <Media Art Award>.
▼ Types of artwork include:
_Experiential Installation
_Immersive and Interactive Art Installation
_Robotics, Kinetic Art, Cyborg Art and Biotechnology
_3D Printing, Digital Fabrication and IoT Device Art
_Light/Sound/Generative Sculpture
_Performative Installation
▼ Prize:
//Up to HKD 15,000 for Artwork Production
//Exhibition Opportunity and Exposure
//Award Trophy and Artwork Production Assistance
Honorable Mention(s) will be awarded to encourage young artists and will be decided by the judging panel.
▼ Prize:
//Up to HKD 5,000 for Artwork Production
//Exhibition Opportunity and Exposure
//Artwork Production Assistance
Digital Art Award
<Digital Art Award> accepts any genre as long as the works present an original digital expression which can be viewed, carried out, operated, and/or recorded digitally. The works should make full use of advanced media technologies, express a critical perspective on technology, or demonstrate a balance of contents and techniques.
▼ Types of artwork include but not limited to:
_Artificial Intelligence (AI), Deep Learning
_Extended Reality (XR) includes: Augmented Reality (AR),
_Virtual Reality (VR), and Mixed Reality (MR)
_Blockchain Based and Crypto Art
_Metaverse
_Audio-Visual Performance
_Software Art
_Net, Mobile Art and Video Games
_Sound Art and Graphical Notation
_Generative Art and Procedural Animation
_Virtual and Digital Community
▼ Prize:
//Up to HKD 15,000 for Artwork Production
//Exhibition Opportunity and Exposure
//Award Trophy and Artwork Production Assistance
Honorable Mention(s) will be awarded to encourage young artists and will be decided by the judging panel.
▼ Prize:
//Up to HKD 5,000 for Artwork Production
//Exhibition Opportunity and Exposure
//Artwork Production Assistance
Best Popularity Award
When the entry is closed, the shortlisted entries from all award categories are put forward to the nomination list of the <Best Popularity Award>. The shortlist of <Best Popularity Award>* nominees shall be announced in March 2025 where public voting period shall open immediately and run until April 2025. The artwork that receives the highest votes shall be the award winner.
▼ Prize:
//Up to HKD 10,000 for Artwork Production
//Exhibition Opportunity and Exposure
//Trophy and Artwork Production Assistance
*The {shortlist shall be decided by an independent panel of FutureTense.}
Present Prize
The <Present prize>, sponsored by "此在 Zai Academy", is specifically designed to encourage young artists to explore the challenges that technology brings to the human body, identity, and more. And look forward to seeing some fresh perspectives on "the nature of being".
▼ Prize:
//HKD 15,000 for Artwork Production
//Exhibition Opportunity and Exposure
//Artwork Production Assistance
MEDIA ART AWARD
JURY PANEL
DIGITAL ART AWARD
JURY PANEL
SEP - DEC 2024
Open Call
FEB - MAR 2025
Judging Process
MAR 2025
Best Popularity Award Voting Period
APR 2025
Winner Announcement
MAY - JUN 2025
Award Ceremony and Exhibition
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2ND EDITION
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1ST EDITION
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