For exhibition at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
International Ministerial Conference on Nuclear Power in the 21st Century
https://www.iaea.org/events/ministerial-nuclear-power-conference-2022
In partnership with IFNEC, NuScale Power, and EDF.
Generation Atomic is launching our first ever art competition, and we want you to enter! We need you to help the world see what we see: that nuclear power is a clean technology vital in the fight against climate change, in protecting biodiversity, and making a just transition to a clean energy economy.
Why take part?
By submitting your artwork, we will be able to spread positive imagery of nuclear power, break down old stereotypes, and promote a keystone climate change solution.
Entry Information
➔ There is no cost to enter
➔ This competition is open to people of all ages and skill levels
➔ Digital submissions of all mediums of artwork are accepted (including digitally rendered artwork)
➔ Artists can submit as many entries as they desire, but a separate entry form must be completed for each entry
Prizes
🏆 1st: $5,000
🏆 2nd: $2,500
🏆 3rd: $1,000
Three winners and a select number of finalists will be chosen. All finalists will receive a certificate of recognition.
In addition to the cash prizes above, many submissions will be exhibited during the International Ministerial Conference on Nuclear Power in the 21st Century in Washington, D.C. One artist will be invited to speak on a panel re-imagining the future of nuclear power.
Theme: The Future of Nuclear
How might nuclear solve problems we’re facing today? We’re looking for your brightest ideas, whether it be reimagining a current nuclear design, demonstrating how nuclear power is important to the world, or emphasizing a reason why nuclear power is important. Some things to think about when choosing your design include:
➔ Climate change
➔ Sustainable prosperity
➔ Clean energy aspirations
➔ Access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all
Submission components:
A complete entry form, containing:
➔ Information specified on the form
➔ Native resolution digital file, or if physical work, an HD image of the artwork.
➔ Images of the artwork must be clear, showing no background or shadows.
➔ Signed terms & conditions
➔ Artist’s statement of 300 words or less describing the message of their work
Submission deadline: September 6
Creative Resources:
If you don’t know much about nuclear power, this is a great opportunity to learn! The more you know about the subject, the more likely we will be able to choose you as a finalist! If you’re looking for inspiration, we have added a few links down below that suggest what the future of nuclear power could look like
Judging Criteria
Pieces are judged based on:
- Interpretation and the clarity of the theme to the viewer.
- Originality and creative representation of the theme.
- Quality of artistic composition and overall design based on the theme.
- Impact & relevance of artist’s statement.
- Overall impression of the art. What is the effect of the artwork in general and as a whole?
Here are some reasons for NOT being selected:
- Irrelevance to the theme. The artwork has little to do with nuclear power and/or does not express the issue in a way that is eye-catching and meaningful.
- Poor color or image quality/sloppiness: A piece of artwork could be exceptionally rendered, but if the image quality is not good, the piece will not show up well on a website or in a magazine. Images that are crookedly framed, showing background, have shadowing or bad lighting, are blurry, or any other complication that comes with how the art is captured can and will affect the judging process. Poorly photographed artwork will be rejected.
- Incomplete or poorly written submission materials: Artwork must be submitted with signed terms & conditions as well as an artist’s statement that is less than 300 words.
We accept AI generated art, but in observance of the time human artists spend on their pieces, prizes will be structured differently. For AI generated works, we will be selecting 10 pieces to be featured as “starred” creations. Each will be awarded $50.
WHAT NOT TO SUBMIT
A GOOD SUBMISSION
Questions? Email gena@generationatomic.
