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Feb 2025
MR. D.I.Y. Art Competition 2025
MR. D.I.Y. Art Competition 2025
 MR. D.I.Y. Art Competition 2025

Activity Timeline:

  • Registration Period: 11 February 2025 – 31 March 2025
  • Artwork Submission: 1 March 2025– 1 May 2025
  • Final Results Announcement: 27 June 2025

Terms and Conditions

  1. Participation
  • Participation in this competition is free of charge. No purchase of products or services is required to enter.
  1. Contest Categories

2.1 Student Category

  • Open to students currently enrolled in educational institutions*.
  • Participants must be 23 years old or younger*.
  • Applicants under 20 years old must obtain consent from a legal guardian. 
*as of the application deadline (March 31, 2025) Amended on February 24, 2025.


2.2 Public Category

  • Open to individuals of all ages, genders, and educational backgrounds.
  • Participants must be Thai nationals or foreign residents with permanent residence in Thailand.

Participants may submit artwork in only one category.

  1. Types of Accepted Artwork
  • Eligible artworks include two-dimensional paintings, assemblage art, and collage art.
  • Maximum size: 5 feet x 5 feet, with a maximum thickness of 5 centimeters (including the frame, if applicable).
  1. Each participant may submit up to three artworks, but only one prize will be awarded per participant.
  2. Artwork Eligibility
  • Submissions must be original and created within the past two years from the registration date.
  1. Restrictions on Artwork
  • The submitted artwork must not have been used commercially, sold, publicly exhibited, or entered into any other contest or project prior to this.
  • It must not be published in any offline or online channels.
  1. Content Restrictions
  • The artwork must not contain references to religion, race, politics, or the monarchy.
  • The company reserves the right to disqualify any submission containing such references or content without prior notice.
  • The company's decision is conclusive.
  1. Originality and Intellectual Property
  • The participant must entirely create the artwork.
  • The use of artificial intelligence (AI) or any assisting software is strictly prohibited.
  • Submitting artwork under another person’s name is not allowed.
  • The participant must ensure that the submission does not infringe upon third parties' personal rights, copyrights, or intellectual property rights.
  • By entering the contest, the participant guarantees that the artwork is their own and they have the legal right to submit it.
  • In case of any legal issues or infringements, the participant agrees to be fully responsible for all associated costs, including damages, fines, legal fees, and other expenses.
  1. Commercial Content Restrictions
  • The submitted artwork must not include any form of marketing or promotional content, such as logos, brand names, slogans, or other commercial elements.

Theme 

  • The theme of this year’s competition is “Identity and Diversity” in which young and emerging artists will be given the opportunity to produce art that best interprets and conveys the theme of the competition.

Our theme explained:

“Identity and Diversity" invites artists to explore and celebrate the myriad of ways people define themselves and their cultures in today’s global society. It encompasses personal identity, cultural heritage, and social influences, reflecting on how these aspects shape the individual and collective experiences. By focusing on this theme, the art competition encourages artists to delve into the rich tapestry of human backgrounds – highlighting personal narratives, cultural traditions, and social dynamics.

How to Participate

Step 1: Registration
Complete the registration form at https://forms.gle/HLNKMhmYjzfHvcNN9 from 11 February to 31 March 2025.

Step 2: Artwork Submission
Upload a digital photograph of the completed artwork at https://forms.gle/NjZULNg2vJWDScmb7 from 1 March to 1 May 2025.

  • File format: Document, PDF, or Image (Max size: 10 MB).
  • Include: Title and a description (max 200 characters).
  • Ensure the submitted photo contains a display tag with required details, available for download from https://bit.ly/MRDIYArtCompetition2025Label

Step 3: Final Round Submission
Participants who qualify for the final round must deliver their original artwork, along with the official display tag, to the designated venue for final adjudication.

Contest Prizes

Public Category
Total Prizes: 9 Prizes, Total Value: 780,000 Baht

  • 1st Prize: 200,000 Baht (1 Prize)
  • 2nd Prize: 150,000 Baht (1 Prize)
  • 3rd Prize: 100,000 Baht (1 Prize)
  • CEO Award: 80,000 Baht (1 Prize)
  • Outstanding Award: 50,000 Baht (5 Prizes)

Student Category
Total Prizes: 9 Prizes, Total Value: 230,000 Baht

  • 1st Prize: 60,000 Baht (1 Prize)
  • 2nd Prize: 50,000 Baht (1 Prize)
  • 3rd Prize: 40,000 Baht (1 Prize)
  • CEO Award: 30,000 Baht (1 Prize)
  • Outstanding Award: 10,000 Baht (5 Prizes) 

Judging Criteria and Award Announcement

The company will select the winners with the highest scores in each category based on the ranking.

The selection will be made by a panel of judges, consisting of representatives from the company, artists, art experts, and curators, both national and international, who have been appointed by the company. The selection will be based on the following criteria:

Preliminary Round

  1. The organization will assess the submitted digital images of artworks based on predefined judging criteria. The top 40 highest-scoring artists will advance to the final round.
  2. Judging Criteria:
    • Originality & Uniqueness of Concept: 25 points
    • Creativity: 25 points
    • Composition: 25 points
    • Techniques Used in Artwork: 25 points
    • Total: 100 points
  3. The list of finalists will be announced on 23 May 2025, via https://bit.ly/WinnersArtCompetitionTH2025  
  4. The selected 40 finalists must submit their original artworks to Palette Artspace, Thong Lor by 13 June 2025 for final judging. Participants are responsible for transportation and shipping costs.

Final Round

  1. The original artworks will be evaluated based on the same judging criteria. The top 18 highest-scoring artworks will be selected as winners. Scores from the preliminary round do not carry over to the final round.
  2. Judging Criteria:
    • Originality & Uniqueness of Concept: 25 points
    • Creativity: 25 points
    • Composition: 25 points
    • Techniques Used in Artwork: 25 points
    • Total: 100 points
  3. The winners will be announced on 27 June 2025, via https://bit.ly/WinnersArtCompetitionTH2025    
  4. The 18 selected winners will qualify for the Regional Art Competition in Malaysia, organized by MR D.I.Y. GROUP (M) BERHAD. Details regarding the regional competition, including selection criteria, location, and prizes, will be determined by MR D.I.Y. GROUP (M) BERHAD and can be accessed at https://www.mrdiy.com/mrdiy-art-competition-2025.

Prize Claim Conditions

  1. On the date of the award announcement, winners will be contacted using the phone number and email address provided during registration. Winners must confirm their identity using the method specified by the company no later than 7 July 2025 at 4.00 PM.
  2. If a winner fails to confirm their identity by the deadline on 7 July 2025 at 4.00 PM, the company will attempt to contact them via phone and email once within one business day. If contact is unsuccessful due to reasons such as an incorrect phone number, an undeliverable email or no response, the company will make one additional attempt within two business days. If no successful contact is made, the company reserves the right to disqualify the winner and award the prize to the next eligible participant.
  3. The identity verification documents submitted must match the information provided during registration. If a copy of any document is required, it must be made from the original document. If the winner is under 20 years of age, their guardian must sign the documents for authenticity verification. Incomplete, damaged, or unverifiable documents will be deemed invalid.
  4. Final round participants must present the original artwork that corresponds to the submitted digital image. If the original artwork is unavailable or does not match the digital submission, the participant will be disqualified, and the next eligible contestant will be selected.
  5. Winners are responsible for paying any applicable withholding income tax as required by law and must provide proof of payment. Any additional expenses related to accepting the prize, such as travel or shipping costs, must be covered by the winner.

Other Terms and Conditions

  1. Only participants who comply with the competition rules and conditions will be eligible to receive prizes.
  2. If a winner forfeits their prize does not confirm their identity or violates any terms and conditions, the company has the right to disqualify the winner and award the prize to the next eligible participant.
  3. Winners acknowledge and agree to transfer the rights of their awarded artwork to the company as intellectual property for the full duration of copyright protection, without any compensation. The company retains exclusive rights to store, publish, or display the artwork after the competition. Additional commissioned work may be requested based on mutual agreement.
  4. Winners may not publish, reproduce or modify their awarded artwork through any media including newspapers, magazines, television, radio or online platforms without obtaining prior written consent from the company.
  5. Prizes cannot be transferred, sold or exchanged for discounts or other items.
  6. The company is not responsible for any delays, losses, claims or technical failures arising from internet disruptions, fraud, unauthorized access, data loss or other technical issues beyond the company's control.
  7. Employees of MR. D.I.Y. Holding (Thailand) Public Company Limited, its affiliates, event organizers, company representatives or any individuals involved in organizing this competition (including their immediate family members) are not eligible to participate or receive any prizes.
  8. Participants and their guardians agree to allow the company, event organizers and representatives to collect, use and disclose personal information for identity verification, competition participation, prize communication, and related activities. The company has the right to use photos, videos, and other participant-related materials for advertising and public relations without time, location or compensation restrictions.
  9. The company may engage third-party services to process participants’ personal data and such third parties will be bound by these terms.
  10. By participating in this competition, participants agree to all stated conditions and accept the company’s final decisions. Any participant found violating the rules, engaging in fraud, or attempting to disrupt the competition will be disqualified and the company reserves the right to claim damages if a prize has already been awarded.
  11. In the event of any disputes, the company's decision shall be final and binding.
  12. For inquiries, please contact the company via email at artcompetition.th@mrdiy.com
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