Student
Virtual Exhibition
Student Designers
This gallery showcases the creative designs of students from SDSU, and San Diego area Community Colleges, and High Schools. The exhibition has been juried by a community of design professionals.
The virtual student exhibition will feature designs and artwork of students from San Diego State University (SDSU), local community colleges, and high schools whose work focuses on four impactful themes: Black Design Heritage and Innovation, Representation and Empowerment, Social Justice and Activism, and Future Directions and Possibilities. The exhibition is juried by design professionals, and awards will be announced at the Symposium. This exhibition and contest provide a unique opportunity for young artists to showcase their talents while engaging with critical social and cultural themes.
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We are pleased to announce an open call for student art entries for the Black by Design Symposium & Virtual Art Exhibition. This juried exhibition invites students from across San Diego County to submit original artwork for consideration. The exhibition will be juried by a distinguished panel of design professionals from diverse industries, including graphic design, multimedia, fashion design, interior design, and architecture. Selected works will be showcased here and featured during the
live virtual event.
Eligibility:
This call is open to any student enrolled in a San Diego County High School, Community College, or University. There are no entry fees, and students may submit multiple entries.
Key Themes:
You are invited to submit artwork that reflects one of the following thematic categories:
1. Black Design Heritage and Innovation: Artwork in this category should explore Black cultural heritage, ancestral traditions, or storytelling that highlights the legacy of Black design and creativity.
2. Representation and Empowerment: This theme encourages designs that showcase Black representation and diversity in design disciplines, challenging traditional norms and creating spaces for marginalized voices.
3. Social Justice and Activism: Submissions in this category should engage with design as a tool for social change, addressing urgent issues such as racial injustice, inequality, and environmental sustainability.
4. Future Directions and Possibilities: Artwork in this category should envision the future of Black design, exploring its potential to break boundaries, challenge conventions, and shape new trends or emerging technologies.
Awards:
The selected winner in each thematic category will receive $100, and one overall "Best of Show" award will be granted in the amount of $200.
Submission Requirements:
Digital submissions should be in 150 dpi, with a maximum file size of 5 MB per entry. Artwork must be submitted by clicking on the Submission Form link above.
Deadline for submission: October 30, 2024, 5:00 PM PST.
All accepted student artwork will be displayed on the symposium website and highlighted during the event.
Students are also invited to attend the awards ceremony to celebrate with peers and industry professionals. November 12, 2024, at 6:00 PM. at San Diego State University, Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union Theater, 6075 Aztec Circle Drive, San Diego, CA 92182-7800.
To reserve your ticket, please visit: https://www.blackxdesign.org/events/black-by-design-symposium-and-exhibition-of-innovation-and-identity