Filipino Nurses Association UK (FNAUK) is running an art competition that aims to tell the stories of Filipino nurses in the UK. Supported by the Mayor of London, the project envisions the winning artwork being exhibited in public spaces in London such as NHS hospitals and community halls.
To participate, interested artists are required to attend a workshop to learn more about the mechanics of the contest and have the opportunity to collaborate with other artists. The workshops will be held on these dates: January 9, January 18 and January 28th.
You can register to attend a workshop by clicking here.
For more information, please email Marc Rodriguera at marc@fnauk.org.uk, or call 07863964158.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1) Who can join? Any individual over 18 years of age living in the UK of any ethnic origin.
2) What art form are allowed? Only artworks done on canvas will be allowed. The artwork could be of any style, acrylic, watercolour, oil, digital, photographs, mosaic, etc. The size of artwork on canvas to be exhibited is at least 16″ X 20″ or bigger.
3) How will art be selected for the exhibit? There will be a ‘shortlisting process’ where artists will be asked to submit their ideas, a short explanation and a small sketch or sample work at least 5 X 7 inches or a digital (photo) equivalent. All submissions at this stage will be anonymised prior to shortlisting. A selection from the submitted artworks will be allowed to go to the next stage and be funded to produce a larger format ready for exhibition. The link for the Ideas Submission Form will be shared upon attending the workshop.
4) Will the artist be paid for the works of art? The funding only allows for reimbursement of materials of the artist of the larger work of art. This is only after being selected to progress after shortlisting.
5) What are the prizes for the competition? £300 for the first prize, £150 for the second prize and £100 for the third prize.
6) Who owns the artwork? The artist will be recognised but after the cost of production has been refunded, ownership is transferred to FNAUK.
7) When and where will the artwork be exhibited? The artwork will be exhibited on a rotational basis at participating NHS Trusts for viewing by the public. This is being planned to commence in June 2023.
8) How can I join as an artist? Attend one of the workshops. Complete an Artist Idea Submission Form along with a draft, sketch or small form of your idea. (link will be available during the workshop). Once you have been shortlisted, you will be able to proceed with a large format/size of your idea. Complete the work by agreed deadline and your work will be exhibited in public space and entered in a competition.
