Saturday, January 16, 2010

Texaco Art Competition

Subject

One of the most interesting things about art is its diversity. That's why your entry to the Competition can be about anything that interests you.

Size of artwork
Your entry should not be smaller than A4 (29.7cm x 21.0cm) or larger than A2 (59.4cm x 42.0cm) even if mounted. Framed entries will not be accepted

Use of Materials
You may use any type of paper, white, coloured, rough or smooth. The work that you submit may be drawn or painted in pencil, charcoal, pen and ink, crayon, pastel, watercolour, gouache, acrylics, oils, poster colour and collage. Alternatively, it may be submitted in digital format in any artwork software. Prints created from a lino block, wood blocks or any other methods may also be submitted.

Originality
Your work should be original and unaided. Please do not copy another person’s work.

Click HERE to examples of previous entries.
Click HERE to view prizes and competition catagories

Number of Entries
You may submit up to two entries per individual. Where you submit more than one entry you should clip the artwork together.

Information Required
You should include the following information on the back of your entry:Name, age, date of birth, category, title of entry.
School, name, address, telephone number and teacher's name (if applicable).
Home address and telephone number.
Signature of your parent, teacher or guardian.

•Please note your age as of the closing date of the Competition (Friday 26th February 2010).

Friday, January 15, 2010

Friday's Photo

 Today's photograph is by Jack Cherry in Form IV. It was shot on a Canon EOS 1000D early on a November afternoon last year. He achieved this interesting effect by twisting the lens while directing the camera up into the blue sky.

Thursday, January 14, 2010

Hilary Term Begins

After a few days delay due to snow the College re-opened last night for Boarders and classes resume today for all pupils. There is a busy term ahead with preparation for Junior Certificate and Leaving Certificate examinations. The non-exam Forms will aslo be busy completing various projects. There are exhibitions to visit and we have the Annual Art Exhibition/Competition toward the end of term.


In the picture below one of the younger members of the greater college community can be seen demonstrating the art of making a snow angel!