DRAWING CONTEST
ENTRIES UNTIL 1 NOVEMBER 2023
INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITIONS
DRAWING, PAINTING, PRINT, DIGITAL
The PCU Drawing Contest is a yearly international contest where all university students worldwide are invited to create a drawing related to fair play in university sport. The aim of the contest is to develop a synergy between the worlds of student art and student sport, implementing the first fundamental principle of the Olympic Charter which states, inter alia, that Olympism blends sport with culture and education. The winning artists will be honored with PCU Drawing Contest Awards. Registration for the Drawing Contest 2023 is simple by filling in the form below before 1 November 2023.
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CONTEST REGULATIONS
CONTEST REGULATIONS
§1. Eligibility
The participant has to be a student in a university or any other institution of higher education according national law.
§2. Materials
The drawing can be made on paper or computer by using any drawing methods and techniques. Instruments include graphite pencils, pen and ink, inked brushes, wax color pencils, crayons, conté, charcoal, chalk, pastels, various kinds of erasers, markers, styluses, various metals (such as silverpoint) and digital painting. Other art forms such as painting and printmaking are also allowed by the Selection Commission.
§3. Theme
The drawing illustrates the vision of the Olympic Movement towards Ethics in University Sport and especially Fair Play and Universal Friendship.
§4. Size
The size of the drawing is – 30 cm x 40 cm – or – 40 cm x 50 cm – or – 50 cm x 70 cm.
§5. Application
A photo with resolution not less than 3264×2448 pixels (8.0 M Camera) or a file of the drawing is to be uploaded with your registration.
§6. Entry Deadline
The final entry deadline is 1 November 2023.
§7. Sending us your drawing
If your drawing is selected, you are requested to post the drawing at own charges to the PCU Committee in Antwerp (Belgium).
§8. Property Rights
The 15 best drawings become property of the University of Antwerp with all ownership rights included. The PCU Committee reserves all reproduction rights for all drawings entering the contest.
§9. Agreement
By entering the contest, the artist agrees with the regulations mentioned above and the decisions of the Selection Commission. Their decision shall be final and is not subject to appeal. By entering the contest, the artist also represents his/her University or Institute of Higher Education in the PCU Committee Network without any obligation. No work that already belongs to a museum or a private collection can be entered in this contest. The works entered in this contest must be free of any third-party rights. The Contest organizer shall not be liable in relation to any such third-party rights.
SELECTION & AWARDS
SELECTION
The PCU Committee selects the best 15 drawings which are exhibited online. The Drawing Contest Selection Commission appoints within these 15 drawings the best, second best and third best drawing. Decisions within the Selection Commission are taken by majority. In case no decision can be taken, the vote of the President of the Selection Commission is decisive.
AWARDS
The winner is honored with the Alain Verschoren Award, named after Prof. Dr. Alain Verschoren, the first Chairman of the PCU Contest Selection Commission. He initiated the idea of the contest as Rector of the University of Antwerp. The 3 best artists are rewarded financially:
- 1st place, € 1.000,00 (Alain Verschoren Award)
- 2nd place, € 300,00
- 3rd place, € 150,00
RESULTS GALLERY (2016-2022)
Please scroll down for former editions.
2022
Drawing Contest 2022
The 15 finalists of the 2022 Drawing Contest are exhibited during the 2023 expositions.
1st place (Alain Verschoren Award for Drawing), “Fair Play Handshake”, by Mariia Lazarchuk (Art College of Artistic Modeling and Design, Ukraine) | 2nd place, “University Sport Equilibrium”, by Oleksandr Ivanenko (Kyiv National University of Culture and Arts, Ukraine) | 3rd place, “Be free together and change life”, by Nur Karaayvaz (Cyprus International University, Turkey)
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1ST PLACE | Alain Verschoren Award | “Fair Play Handshake” by Mariia Lazarchuk (Art College of Artistic Modeling and Design, Ukraine)
Watercolor on paper, 30 x 40 cm | Fair Play Handshake is a visual exploration of the profound meaning and significance behind the act of fair play and sportsmanship. Through my artistic expression, I aim to highlight the values of integrity, respect, and equality that are embodied in this simple yet powerful gesture. In a world filled with competition and conflicts, the Fair Play Handshake stands as a symbol of unity and camaraderie. It transcends language, culture, and nationality boundaries, reminding us that despite our differences, we are all part of a larger community. It is a universal language that speaks of mutual understanding and the shared pursuit of excellence. "Fair Play Handshake" serves as a visual call to action, urging viewers to embrace the principles of fair play not only in sports but also in their daily lives. The intertwining of hands signifies a bridge, connecting individuals who may be rivals on the field but are united by their passion for the game and mutual respect for one another. Using a combination of vibrant colors, dynamic brushstrokes, and deliberate composition, I aim to convey the energy and spirit of fair play. The colors that I used in the drawing are the colors of the Olympic rings, the Panathlon movement, and the colors of the flag of Ukraine, my country, which I support and pray for peace.
2ND PLACE | “University Sport Equilibrium” by Oleksandr Ivanenko (Kyiv National University of Culture and Arts, Ukraine)
Markers on paper, 30 x 40 cm | "University Sport Equilibrium" is a drawing that delves into the delicate balance between university sports and academic pursuits. Through this artwork, I seek to emphasize the harmonious coexistence of athletic endeavors and scholarly pursuits within the university setting, highlighting the importance of balance and fair play. At the heart of this drawing is a playing card featuring the Jack, a symbol of youthful energy and enthusiasm. Divided into two symmetrical sides, one side showcases Jack with a basketball, representing the realm of sports, while the other side features him holding an open book, symbolizing the pursuit of knowledge and academic excellence. The composition signifies the equilibrium sought after by university students as they navigate the realms of both sports and academics. This symbolizes the student's commitment to both their athletic pursuits and their dedication to learning. "University Sport Equilibrium" invites viewers to reflect on their own experiences and challenges in balancing the demands of university sports and academic commitments. It serves as a reminder that through fair play, students can find fulfillment and personal growth in both domains, cultivating a well-rounded university experience. By engaging with this artwork, spectators are encouraged to embrace the values of fair play, teamwork, and time management.
3RD PLACE |”Be free together and change life” by Nur Karaayvaz (Cyprus International University, Turkey)
Dry paint and powder pastel on Canson watercolor paper, 50 x 70 cm | Sometimes pictures describe beautiful actions that words cannot explain. As long as I can remember myself, I always have had a pen in my hand. He can't speak, he can't explain, but I draw and produce all the time. I have neither rules nor methods. I just close my eyes and embark on a journey through my endless, inner worlds. When I heard about Olympism, the picture immediately came to life in my imagination. I wanted to reflect on the harmony and unity of the hands holding the Olympic rings. The universe is so embracing and compassionate that there is room for all of us here. A second detail is that sports are stronger and more visible thanks to these rings. The reason why I use dry paint and powder pastal is that, just like in this painting, it takes a struggle to stay together, but in the end, it achieves harmony. Thank you for giving me this opportunity.
“Conquest of the Peak of Victory” by Shabeha Rahnamo (Cyprus International University, Tajikistan)
Black pencil, acrylic paints, dry tissue on paper, 35 x 50 cm | The beauty of climbing awaits you as you head toward your ultimate goal. This hard way for such a great goal and result will be worth it. Because "the best view comes after the hardest climb." This is a point where you meet the world. Let's help each other so that all the people of the world get to know this feeling, like these mountains have stable unity and let the warm sun of love always caress us like these peaks, and this is the conquest of the peak of victory and real success…
“One Percent” by Anna Deligianni (School of Visual and Applied Arts, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece)
Markers and ink on paper, 50 x 70 cm | This work depicts a world in which humans and machines are combined in harmony. By representing relations as networks, it describes the interdependence of technology and society in an awe-inspiring way, transcending current technological limits, to a world where singularity has already taken place. In this world, knowledge and information are available to everyone on the same footing, and everyone has their own "podium” to have their say.
Incorporating the aesthetics of technology in a traditional fine art setting and influencing the world of technology with aesthetics. Through technology, humanity is getting to a point where each individual person can contribute his thoughts and ideas, and interact with practically everyone, thus forming a collective intelligence through the impact of every participant's actions. In comparison, every single person involved has their own aesthetic ideas, which are a combination of everything they have seen or done in the past. In this context, art helps every single person to retain their individuality. My objective is to spark a conversation about this collective intelligence and to make people discuss the benefits and/or drawbacks of such a world. Singularity and connections through technology are becoming apparent every day. I believe that people should be aware and discuss these ideas before they are fully upon us and art is a great way to communicate concepts to a wide audience. I specifically used a drawing to achieve this goal: Bringing technology closer to art, and art closer to the people.
“We rise by lifting others” by Godwin Oyetunde Azeez (Arkin University of Creative Art and Design, Nigeria)
Charcoal and graphite pencils, 40 x 50 cm | Lifting others fosters the growth of our souls and indeed, we find real happiness in it. It is inherent in man to be compassionate and kind. The above pictorial analogy illustrates the acts of helping others. It is a genetic necessity for humans. Real joy comes from giving to people. For if all shall fall and have no one to lift them, what then is left for humanity and tenderness? Let us all rise by lifting others.
“Colors of the world” by Mateja Ferk (University of Ljubljana, Slovenia)
Digital drawing, 30 x 40 cm | The drawing represents that without fair play, we can't win. If there's a first place, then there has to be a second place. Otherwise, we would be competing with ourselves. And the women in the picture represent how fair play can get you better results as an individual or team. They represent all of the contestants at the Olympics, all skin colors and nations, who come together for this special occasion.
“Fight for fair” by Aylin Ghasempour (Cyprus International University, Cyprus)
Cardboard, marker, colored pencil, 30 x 40 cm | In some countries, like Iran, hijab is a law and compulsory for everyone, and due to the imposition of this opinion, many people have started revolutions and protests, and these days, many adults, youths, and children are killed.
The painting is about an Iranian woman who participated in rock climbing competitions without an Islamic hijab, for equality and standing against oppression and injustice and fairness in sport.
For me, Elnaz Rekabi is the symbol of the fight for Fair, who is the main character.
“We Are Olympic” by Sally Ayoub (Lebanese International University, Lebanon)
Digital drawing, 30 x 40 cm | The Olympics is a union of players from different countries, nationalities and ages. Players' sportsmanship and fair play are the assets of sports games. So we can see clearly players from different games and nationalities are joined together to make the Olympic logo with their hands.
“Olympic Valor” by Boston Nkumbu Silungwe (Cyprus International University, Zambia)
Mechanical pencil, alcohol marker, fineliner, white gel pen, 30 x 40 cm | The impeccable training and discipline it takes to overcome one's own physical limits are purely impressive and remarkable. Olympic Valor is my attempt at showing how super all Olympic and Paralympic participants are for their ability to push past their limits.
“Faces of Unity” by Nour Mroue (Lebanese International University, Lebanon)
Digital drawing, 30 x 40 cm | My design was inspired by cubism. In order to ensure unity and fair play, the Olympics game allowed players of all genders and races to participate.
“Peace, sport and friendship” by Iris Ligtenberg (University of Antwerp, Belgium)
Digital drawing, 30 x 40 cm | It’s important to support each other. In the drawing, a message is shown, that peace, sport, and friendship are the main factors of the Olympics.
“Side by side” by Reem Itani (Lebanese international university, Lebanon)
Digital drawing, 30 x 40 cm | Sports competitions and the Olympics shows the real ethics in our soul. Competitors from different nationalities and genders are standing side by side to help their competitors for the success of the Olympic games. This is real sportsmanship.
“Above the divisions” by Natalia Drzewiecka (University of Nicholas Copernicus in Toruń, Poland)
Watercolor and ink, 30 x 40 cm | The colors of the characters in my work refer to the colors of the logo of the Olympic Games. These figures represent different continents and symbolize the equality of all nations in sports competitions and the appreciation of the diversity of players.
“Sports is Age Limitless” by Ranim Bassem Sanjar (Lebanese International University, Lebanon)
Digital drawing, 30 x 40 cm | The illustration shows an athlete competing in a race despite his old age, showing that the Olympics do not discriminate based on age and do not have a limit on the age of participants. He is being cheered on by the other participants, expressing the solidarity and sportsmanship that is one of the core values of the Olympic Games.
2021
Drawing Contest 2021
The 15 finalists of the 2021 Drawing Contest are exhibited during the 2022 expositions.
1st place (Alain Verschoren Award for Drawing), “Unity in diversity”, by Črtomir Polak (University of Ljubljana, Slovenia) | 2nd place, “Equality”, by Louna Abou Omar (Lebanese International University, Lebanon) | 3rd place, “Tangled By The Beauty of Creativity, United By the Formidable Definition of Olympic and Sportsmanship”, by Jesus Ramos Tejada (Colegio De Dagupan, Bahrain)
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1ST PLACE | “UNITY in DIVERSITY” by Črtomir Polak (University of Ljubljana, Slovenia)
Markers, white pencil, acrylic paint on brown paper, 30x40 | With this artwork, I tried to represent harmony and unity among diverse individuals, united by the ancient tradition of the Olympic Games, which has brought peace and friendship among all nations during the Games since the Ancient Greece. The athletes represent the modern era of Games, while the columns represent a strong foundation that the modern Olympic Games have been inspired by.
2ND PLACE | “EQUALITY” by Louna Abou Omar (Lebanese International University, Lebanon)
Digital drawing, 30x40 | This painting conveys the idea of equality that characterizes the Olympic Games, as it is equal between all races, or whether it is male or female, and in order to establish balance and justice.
3RD PLACE | “TANGLED BY THE BEAUTY OF CREATIVITY, UNITED BY THE FORMIDABLE DEFINITION OF OLYMPIC AND SPORTSMANSHIP” by Jesus Ramos Tejada (Colegio De Dagupan, Bahrain)
Acrylic paints and pens, 50x70 | In my piece of art, you can basically observe the symbol of the Olympics in a low tone of colour placed in the middle of the artwork. It is like a faded silhouette circle over laid to the some of the most celebrated sports or games in the Olympics. My interpretation of this scenario in my art is all about the sanctity and beauty of sportsmanship and how colorful it should be. The kind of respect that everyone along with the athletes is being played by the decorative and elemental designs through shape.
“OLYMPIC STRINGS” by Alma Rebronja (University of Padua, Italy)
String, pins, paper, softwood, 30x40 | With the technic called string art, I have used strings and nails to construct five Olympic circles: blue, yellow, black, green and red standing for Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania and America, respectively. In each circle, I painted with acrylic colors the most famous symbols of each continent, representing opponents who can still play fair even though they are in different teams.
“ALL FOR ONE GOAL” by Stanley Verroya (University of Guam, Guam)
Ink, markers,
colored pencil, 30x40 | The main message of my artwork is that all athletes should unite to achieve the same goal. In this case, they are aiming towards ethics and fairness in sports. I chose to illustrate athletes and equipment in different sports to show teamwork and friendship; they are also colored in the colors of the Olympic rings to represent all sports. The background colors represent fairness, love and change. I also tried to portray the athletes as anonymous to show fairness, while still retaining their individuality.
“THE LAST LAP” by Aleksander Łukasik (Academy of Fine Arts in Gdańsk, Poland)
Pencils, 30x40 | "The Last Lap" presents the final and most exciting stage of a relay race. When two sportsmen exchange a baton, a bright light illuminates, symbolizing both the power of teamwork and, like in Ancient Greece, where this sport originated, a message for peace and a better tomorrow.
“RIDER ON BLACK HORSE” by Markha Youchaeva (University of Antwerp, Belgium)
Pastel and colored pencils, 30x40 | I admire sports and Olympic sports in particular because of the ancient Greek tradition, when the spiritual and physical development of people was at a high level. This is evidenced by the preserved magnificent works of art. Especially equestrian sport has been delighting people throughout many centuries. Despite the fact that we live in an age of high technology, the horse still remains a true friend of mankind. Just like 1000 years ago, it pleases us with its beauty. I find inspiration in this.
“THE GAME OF ALL” by Holly Hulse (Wrexham Glyndwr University, UK)
Digital drawing, 30x40 | The Olympics are about everyone coming together to celebrate sport and unity, regardless of ability, race, gender identity, or sexuality. It is a coming together that spreads worldwide and touches the spirits of all. This piece emphasises these values, with images of athletes coming together, the Olympic flame, and a pair of hands making a heart shape.
“RESPECT AND FRIENDSHIP ARE THE REAL VICTORY” by Cristina Morandi (University of Padua, Italy)
Digital painting,
30x40 | This illustration shows young athletes of different ethnicities playing different sports, hugging and celebrating. One of them helps the girl, who injured her leg during the competition, to stand up. Their real victory is the respect and friendship that was established during the Olympics.
“CONNECTED & SUPPORTED” by Nina Tome Skarja (University of Ljubljana, Slovenia)
Digital drawing, 30x40 | Sport is rarely a solitary activity. It brings together a wide variety of people and connect communities worldwide. The crowds and the sportsmen gathering in indiscriminately good spirits is the dream of everyone who knows how beautiful true sportmanship can be. As such, my piece depicts a sportsperson receiving united support from interconnected people, who should not only represent their family, friends and fans, but competitors and strangers witnessing their performance as well!
“SPREADING PEACE” by Sarah Abdullah Habbouch (Lebanese International University, Lebanon)
Digital illustration, 30x40 | The boy is holding the Olympic torch, which is used in the Olympics to pass the flame from one generation to the next. So the boy is handing over the symbol of peace at the Games to a new generation. Peace is represented by the balloons and these balloons have the Games inside.
“APPLAUSE FOR ALL” by Zhuo Yang (Brunel University London, UK)
Digital painting, 40x50 | People genuinely applaud the victory of others in competitions. As the Olympism says that the enjoyment of rights and freedoms to practice sport should take place without discrimination of any kind, such as race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status.
“DON’T JUDGE, PLAY FAIR” by Nancy Gaby Badaan (Lebanese International University, Lebanon)
Graphite pencils, pen and ink, gouche and acrylic
on drawing paper, 50x70 | I choose to draw about people who are handicap, because in our society these are people who are looked down on and not given the respect they deserve. However, they are amazing people striving to achieve their goals and dreams. They are humans who come from different parts of the world, having different identities, genders, and skin color. And we should be proud to have them competing in big events such as the Olympics.
“EQUAL” by Joanna Kaźmierska (Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, Poland)
Ink, crayons, white pastel, 40x50 | Fair Play starts in one's mind. The Ancient Olympic Games were meant to happen even during war conflicts, when people united to compete as equals. Now Olympics unite sportsmen and sportswomen, bounding people all around the world through one of the many things they have in common regardless their beliefes, sex and ethnicity. Without respecting rivals and their freedom, Universal Friendship is not genuine.
“WE PLAY TOGETHER” by Zofia Pogoda (Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, Poland)
Watercolor and pen on paper, 40x50 | We see the winners at the time of glory on scene, however we don’t wonder what happens behind the scene. On the anvil of Earth athlete grinds their character. He is transforming egoistic feelings into a sense of discipline, brotherhood and humbler.
2020
Drawing Contest 2020
The 15 finalists of the 2020 Drawing Contest are exhibited during the 2021 expositions.
1st place (Alain Verschoren Award for Drawing), “Colors of Sports”, by Kithmini Jayaweera (University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka) | 2nd place, “Over the Limit” by Chiara Giusti (University of Padua, Italy) | 3rd place, “Lift Each Other” by Una Foigta (EKA University of Applied Sciences, Latvia) | Honorable Commendation, “Golden Girls” by Maksim Shishov (Nothern Arctic Federal University, Russia)
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1ST PLACE | “COLORS OF SPORTS” by Kithmini Jayaweera (University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka)
Watercolor on paper, 40x50 | "The only limit between the impossible and the possible lies in a person's own mind. Colors are added to sport by the differences among players, in terms of their abilities, ethnicity and gender, following the same dream towards victory."
2ND PLACE | “OVER THE LIMIT” by Chiara Giusti (University of Padua, Italy)
Mixed media on paper, 30x40 | "Exceeding one's limit and the limit that other people impose on us is essential to achieve one's happiness and one's goals, just like winning gold at the Olympics. This is why I decided to design a pole vaulter that by jumping higher and higher will exceed her limits and reach the gold."
3RD PLACE | “LIFT EACH OTHER” by Una Foigta (EKA university of Applied Sciences, Latvia)
Digital drawing, 30x40 | "When I read the terms of the competition, it got me thinking about how people support each other, and how powerful it is to see that we can help with just as little as an uplifting word or a helping hand when somebody is in need of it. Therefore, the focal point of my poster is the strong grip of hands, which also symbolizes the fifth, Olympic symbol, the black circle. Let's be united, respectful, and build, cheer each other up. Let the only competition we pay attention to is within us, let us be better than us of yesterday!"
HONORABLE COMMENDATION | “GOLDEN GIRLS” by Maksim Shishov (Northern Arctic Federal University, Russia)
Mixed media (oil, acrylic, marker) on canvas, 50x70 | "This work focuses on the gender and racist issue of modern society. And how the Olympic Games cope with this problem. Here everyone is equal. Everyone has a chance to be seen and heard, be a part of something great. These women from different sports together create the symbol of the Olympics, the rings that unite them together."
“EQUITY” by Inna Kuzminova (Prague College, Czech Republic)
Digital drawing, 30x40 | Everyone has the potential for greatness, one just has to jump high enough to reach it. For some, it is easy to attain, for others it might be too far. Equity is taking the differences into account and treating people accordingly. Equity is fairness, not in opportunity - but in need. Equity must be like gravity that will help us firmly stand on this unfair ground. My art illustrates this perfect ideal that the Greeks believed in, and that we should also strive for."
“RAYS OF HOPE THROUGH SPORTS” by Mariyam Shathrath (Maldives National University, Maldives)
Water color, pencil color and markers on paper, 30x40 | "The players in the drawing represent the wide range of sports we play and celebrate the talents and skills of all people, including my friends with disabilities. My dream is to let students with special educational needs/disabilities participate in the games, regardless of their differences. We teach the younger generation how important it is to include every human being. Sports is one of the most influential ways to make a difference in their lives. Ethics in sports teaches us to be kind and to respect individual differences. The rays of HOPE through sports gave me the true meaning of happiness with my students and friends at university. Sports made a difference in everybody’s life."
“UNITED THROUGH COLORS” by Delaiah Tromp (University of Aruba, Aruba)
Black marker and graphite coloured pencils on paper, 30x40 | "I draw pictures that bring awareness to social issues. I grew up practicing athletics and was highly inspired by the meaning of the Olympic Movement and its Olympic rings. The Olympic rings represent the five continents united through sports. For my drawing, I chose to blend the Olympic colors. This represents no longer being separated by borders but instead united through our sense of humanity. I chose to draw the athletes in a black silhouette. This symbolizes that, how we look or the color of our skin does not matter. That is an essential component of fair play."
“UNITED WE WIN” by Paolo Zin (University of Padua, Italy)
Digital drawing, 30x40 | "I chose to call this artwork "United we win" because I wanted to express how, in this year full of hard times, we have learned how to support and aid each other in order to win together against this virus that has pulled us apart and isolated us. I think that these values are interconnected with the vision of the Olympic Movement, which is to overcome together the adversities that are in front of us and don't leave no one behind."
“PATH TO THE DREAM” by Erika Silkova (Coventry University, England, United Kingdom)
Digital drawing, 30x40 | "The dream is like a rainbow - inaccessible and beautiful. The path to the dream is thorny and full of obstacles. Sometimes it is so difficult for us that we have no more strength to fight and we are ready to surrender. Then we need a person who will lend a helping hand and push to the dream. The path to the dream is not easy, many people stepped on this path, some of them gave up having buried the dream, and some went to it until their death."
“FAIR PLAY” by Monika Evstatieva (National Academy of Arts in Sofia, Bulgaria)
Mix media on paper, 30x40 | "I see your value. I see your worth. I see your character, your stamina, your strength. I see your pains and your hopes as they are beating within me too. I see all the efforts and the sacrifices you had given in order to be here now. And I appreciate You as I feel your spirit and I know that we share more than just the mere desire to win. Beyond what seems to be, beyond all prizes, honor and fame You and Me are One Flame - learning, expanding, creating, evolving, transcending beyond all limits, struggles, prejudices and hate, aspiring others to feel the spirit and the strength of Unity to All That We Are As One Human Race."
“WE HOLD THE KEY” by Maja Žižek Lebeničnik (University of Primorska, Faculty of Education, Slovenia)
Coloured pencils and black marker on paper, 30x40 | "In the drawing I wanted to include as many sports as possible. The lock and key on the drawing represent that all we have to do is to play fair and all doors will open, possibilities will unlock."
“MOVEMENT IS FREEDOM” by Safiya Bourhile (University of Padua, Italy)
Acrylics on paper, 30x40 | "During this hard year, sport and outdoor activities were one of the few things allowed during lockdown. Movement represented freedom when we were confined in our houses. The girl is running down the long street, in the middle of nowhere, when she can take her mask off and finally feel free."
“I WILL CATCH YOU IF YOU FALL” by Dilyana Valcheva (New Bulgarian University, Bulgaria)
Tempera paint (gouache) on aquarelle paper, 30x40 | Climbing is an individual sport that requires ethics, psyche and physique, but one cannot reach to the top without the help of a partner that secures him and prevents him from falling down. This person could be anyone from around the globe, regardless of race, gender or physical stature. This painting represents that diversity by the Olympic colored t-shirts of the climbers, as well as the universal friendship, the feeling of being one with the other and sharing the victory together."
“SHARED VICTORY” by Nina Tome Skarja (Veterinary Faculty of the University of Ljubljana, Slovenia)
Colored pencils and markers on paper, 30x40 | "With this artwork, I wanted to depict the potential to win that can be found in anyone, no matter what uniform they wear, which team they play for, where they come from or who they are. A big part of winning isn't up just to raw talent, but also to small uncontrollable circumstances and, dare I say, even luck. Therefore, victory rarely belongs to a singular person, but can be attributed to everyone who helped create the perfect circumstances for it."
“THE CORD OF THE RINGS: THE RINGS OF UNITY” by Mina Purešić (Berlin University of the Arts, Germany)
Mixed media (tempera and pencil on paper), 40x50 | "No matter the team, no matter the gender, no matter the race, each individual in sport has the opportunity to become an essential part of the Olympic rings' unbreakable cord, which unites the players through bonds of humanity, friendship and fair play."
2019
Drawing Contest 2019
The 15 finalists of the 2019 Drawing Contest are exhibited during the 2020 expositions.
1st place, “Pure Sport”, by Inga Liepa (Management College, Latvia) | 2nd place, “Unity” by Maria Markovic (University of Arts in Belgrade, Serbia) | 3rd place, “Fortitude” by Ksenia Kotelnikova (Nekrasov Kostroma State University, Russia) | Honorable Commendation, “Not without everyone” by Kithmini Jayaweera from the University of Kelaniya (Sri Lanka)
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1st place | “Pure Sport” by Inga Liepa (Management College, Latvia)
ACRYLIC ON PLASTIC (30x40) | "The drawing represents the Olympic idea of pure sport: clean from doping, transparency of rules and
real sportsmanship. "Pure" sport means sport beyond political, religious, economic or social affairs.
The transparency of these figures implies no difference in skin colour as well as purity. The image of
athletes of both sexes also symbolizes the equal opportunities of men and women in sports."
2nd place | “Unity” by Maria Marković (University of Arts in Belgrade, Serbia)
DIGITAL DRAWING (30x40) | "It’s easy to distance yourself from those who are different from you. That’s not a solution, though,
but a temporary fix. Lend a helping hand to those in need and lend a kind word to those who are
different. Let’s all find a balance by recognizing that we are not all the same - and that there’s
nothing wrong with that - and let’s use those differences to learn something new about others, but
also about ourselves."
3rd place | “Fortitude” by Ksenia Kotelnikova (Nekrasov Kostroma State University, Russia)
DIGITAL DRAWING (30x40) | "The only true power is in ourselves. When a storm comes, everyone acts according to what their
heart tells them. Some lose their ability to think out of fear, while others flee or hide. And then there
are people who spread their wings like birds and soar in the air. Help others."
HONORABLE COMMENDATION | “Not Without Everyone” by Kithmini Jayaweera (University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka)
WATERCOLOR ON PAPER (30x40) | "I have depicted the fundamental principles of sports equality and justice despite of nationality and
gender. Every sport has the power to improve players' qualities like team spirit, spirit of competition
(and not rivalry), being humble in victory as well as accepting defeat cheerfully. According to
Olympic Creed: “The most important thing in the Olympic Games is not to win but to take part, just
as the most important thing in life is not the triumph but the struggle. The essential thing is not to
have conquered but to have fought well". I believe even differently abled people can take part in
sports and enjoy them. Paralympic athletes also have the ability to achieve sporting excellence and
to inspire and excite the world."
“Taste of Victory” by Alina Temur (Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture, Ukraine)
CANVAS WITH MARKERS (40x50) | "The path to success is long and
thorny. Sometimes it takes years
to score a cherished goal in a
career. I portrayed a girl in
complete euphoria with number
one on her shirt at the moment of
a decisive pass in her career."
“Climb Beyond Limitation” by Liangyi Li (Technische Universiteit Delft, Netherlands)
DIGITAL DRAWING (40x50) | "The circles of the Olympic Rings
turn into 5 holds for the female
climber. Now, she is reaching the
one outside the frame."
“Help and Fly with PCU” by Pranav A.S. (College of Fine Arts Trivandrum, India)
BDOWN INK ON CARTRIDGE PAPER (30x40) | "Most of the time we think an angel
always stays with us to help, but
actually it is our own inner ability
which makes everything possible. So
if you want to achieve your dream
goal you should face the obstacles,
turn them into your success and fly
over the boundaries like an angel.
PCU is the stimulus to awaken our
success."
“Fair Play” by Igor Veljković (University of Arts in Belgrade, Serbia)
POSTER (30x40) | "Fair play makes you hold each
other."
“Shaking Hands” by Anna Rebecca Unterholzner (Belas-Artes Ulisboa, Portugal)
COMPUTATIONAL DRAWING (40x50) | "During a game or contest, we aim for winning. Until then, we train in order to give our best
performance possible. All this energy builds up to the final competition, when it will be released.
Before the contest, we shake hands for "fair play" and afterwards for gratitude of a "good game".
Looking at colours, they also compete with each other or go hand in hand with each other and each
one has its own vibrations. Fusing these thoughts, both handshakes and all the emotions, training,
stories, backgrounds and efforts put in the game are vibrating through the strong and vivid colour
contrasts and in the end connect with each other"
“Fair Play = Victory” by Ljubomir Mitrovic (Kishinev College, Moldova)
ACRYLIC PAINT AND MARKER ON PAPER (30x40) | "This drawing imitates the style of famous artist Keith Haring, but is dedicated to sports. His art
spreads important social and political messages. The message of my artwork is good sportsmanship,
sense of fair play, unity and equality in sport. The figures are painted in the colors of the Olympic
rings, which symbolizes the uniting of athletes from all continents. As a sign of sportsmanship and
fair play, they support each other and shake hands."
“If You Fall I Pick You Up” by Dariusz Jankowicz (KSW in Cracow, Poland)
DIGITAL DRAWING ON TABLET (40x50) | "No matter if you're on the court of not: be kind. Always."
“Versus” by Filip Miletic (University of Arts in Belgrade, Serbia)
CHARCOIL ON PAPER (30x40) | "The drawing represents competitive spirit inside people; that is why two faces are inside the ellipse.
The 5 Olympic rings are added, because the Olympics is the place where best of the best compete."
“Olympiad. The Way to Victory” by Anastasia Kineshova (Financial University, Russia)
WATERCOLOR ON PAPER (40x50) | "Blossoming sakura... Olympic rings... Mountains... Figure skating... all this creates a unique
atmosphere of the Olympic Games. That is my vision of the Olympic Games, illuminated by the light
of universal friendship and fair play in student sports. This beauty cannot be expressed in words, but
you can see and feel it. Our path to victory - to a well-deserved victory - is possible when we are
honest, sincere and friendly! It is in our hearts forever!"
“The Beauty of Pure Victory” by Polina Belous (Financial University, Russia)
OIL PAINTING ON CANVAS (40x50) | "The traditional handshake after a fierce fair tennis match embodies the principles of fair play and
friendship of peoples. Former rivals shake hands. Their eyes radiate mutual respect, happiness and
pride for themselves and for their country. What really matters is the desire to win and the effort of
will and body, and not nationality and other factors."
“Queen of the Waves. Gertrude Ederle” by Alejandra de la Torre (IDEP Barcelona, Spain)
MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER (50x70) | "This work is part of a project "The Olympics". This project is focused on giving visibility to all those
women who played an important role in the history of sport and that most of us do not even know.
The objective is to create the false collection of posters and stickers that never existed from them
and be able to show them in different places such as universities, libraries, art galleries ... etc, so
that they begin to be part of our references in life. Specifically, this work is a portrait of Gertrude
Ederle, an American competition swimmer, Olympic champion and former world record-holder in
five events. On August 6, 1926, she became the first woman to swim across the English Channel."
2018
Drawing Contest 2018
The 15 finalists of the 2018 Drawing Contest are exhibited during the 2019 expositions.
1st place, “Union”, by Francisca Ojeda (Liceo Experimental Artístico, Chile) | 2nd place, “Jump into the unknowns” by Maria Makacheva (St. Mary’s Shelter, Russia) | 3rd place, “Sporting Compassion” by Liyana Gasnafar (Ashoka University, India) | Honorable Commendation, “Let’s Play Basketball” by Michael Wu (University of California, USA)
1st place | “Union” by Francisca Ojeda (Liceo experimental artístico, Chile)
DIGITAL DRAWING (30×40) | "No matter the differences, sport itself unites athletes. It is a lifestyle, guide, and allows the enrichment of the person. Maintain the union taking into account the valuable sports ethics".
2nd place | “Jump into the unknown” by Maria Makacheva (The St. Mary’s Shelter, Moscow, Russia)
GOUACHE ON PAPER (30×40) | "Diving is a spectacular and beautiful sport that strengthens your spirit, health and discipline. Inspired by exceptional technique of Cubism, I decided to make a geometric shapes painting. Water, as a powerful and unmanageable element, is depicted by geometric shapes in dark colors. The prevailing dark tones symbolize an unknown future.And suddenly a breakthrough! Bright colors break through into the unknown, like the rays of the sun and hope. Just like in sports, proving that the impossible is possible. That is what I wanted to depict in my painting."
3rd place | “Sporting Compassion” by Liyana Gasnafar (Ashoka University, India)
OIL ON CHART PAPER (50×70) | ""Sporting Compassion" is an amalgamation of ideas that people might often perceive as contradictory. It shows that we can be both competitive and compassionate in sports, that we can be inclusive even though we might not wear the same colored jersey as our opponent, and that fair play requires us to treat others with respect, no matter what color one's skin is, nor what gender one is, nor what country one belongs to, no matter what the odds are. Playing fair does not mean that we downplay ourselves, but that we give others an equal opportunity to be a part of the game. I believe this is what Olympism stands for, and, every now and then, we see how people break man-made boundaries by forwarding their hand in help. As a character in a book, I once read, said: "If you have a choice between being right and being kind, choose to be kind.""
HONORABLE COMMENDATION | “Let’s Play Basketball” by Michael Wu (University of California, Irvine, USA)
DIGITAL VECTOR ILLUSTRATION (30x40) | "The theme centers around 'fair play' so I put together this diverse group of ballers (Isaiah Thomas, Dirk Nowitzki, Michael Jordan, Shaquille O'Neal, Lisa Leslie) to sit side-by-side on this giant basketball rim. Despite their differences and competitive nature, they are tied together by one simple game: Basketball"
“The impossible is possible” by Anastasia Garkovets (Kyiv State Institute of Decorative and Applied Art and Design, Ukraine)
ACRYLIC ON CANVAS, PALETTE KNIFE (30x40) | "The Olympic Games have always been breathtaking and united nations. Fair play is stronger than any pleasure and raised from the bottom to the very top. This is something that inspires everyone, motivation that will never stop...."
“The Art of Sport” by Sofiya Kuzmina (School of Visual Arts, New York, USA)
OIL AND ACRYLIC ON CANVAS (30×40) | "Referencing the composition of Henri Matisse’s masterpiece “The Dance”, I draw a connection between art history and Olympic traditions that both have been shaping our society since its very beginning. Just like five Olympic Rings are linked together to create a greater whole, five young athletes are united in one fluid continuous movement, holding hands and dancing in celebration of their unity and equality.
While sport and art may seem to be radically different disciplines, a closer look shows that they have a lot in common. Allowing us to escape the limitations of a spoken language, they become the most universal ways to express ourselves and connect on an emotional level. They empower us individually along with inspiring the whole communities to come together and share universal passions."
“Cyclist” by Anna Martynenko (KNUCA Academy of Fine Arts in Prague, Czech Republic)
ACRYLIC ON CANVAS (45×60) | "By the simplicity of drawing, I wanted to show how everything fades away while people give themselves to their passion."
“Unity” by Milena Radivojevic (Faculty of Applied Arts, Belgrade, Serbia)
TEMPERA ON PAPER (40×50) | "I am an art college student of the last year education at the Faculty Applied arts in Belgrade. I like running and riding a bicycle. This makes me feel happy and relaxed. I saw children (on videos on YouTube) with disabilities being able to perform various sports, supporting each other, thrusting themselves to do what they like. In my painting, I expressed the great feeling those children emanate."
f Podium” by Chaitanya Koli (Shri Guru Gobind Singhji Institute of Engineering and Technology, Nanded, India)
ACRTYLIC ON PAPER (50×70) | "The sparkle from the crackers marked the victory which was restricted neither to the colors to the nations nor the races. What won that day was sportsman spirit. Athlete, the one who is not within the barrier of his/her physical disabilities, is the rightful heir of the champion's podium. The shine of gold, silver and bronze was not enough to overshadow the enthusiasm and happiness for each other in their nerves. Swords of hardships, no doubt, are inescapable but then, after witnessing the shimmer of sunlight and showers of clouds the beauty of rainbow is visible. What such events conclude is that who emerges victorious are not the sportsmen, but the sport itself. Yes, in the end no one can disagree that memento embraces the glitter of sweat, blood and dust of holy arena…"
“Fair Play as an Ultimate Goal” by Mina Purešić (University of Arts in Belgrade, Serbia)
PENCIL AND GOUACHE ON PAPER (30×40) | "This artwork is inspired by a true story from another part of the world about a high-school race run by teenage girls. One of the girls, who was approaching the finish line, collapsed at one moment. She got up several times, but every time she fell down again. According to the race regulations no one was allowed to help her. And no one did, so as not to be disqualified. No one but one fellow runner, who stopped and picked up the poor girl. This act of true fair play was completely spontaneous and unreasonable in its complete and essential humaneness. They reached the finish line together. And, of course, both of them were disqualified. Although one race was lost, a greater one was one won: as a result the regulation of automatically disqualifying runners who are helping each other was immediately changed."
“Limitless” by Thangmaism Bikram Singha (Indian Institute of Public health, Hyderabad, India)
COLLAGE AND MIX-MEDIA (30×40) | "Sports and games is devoid of race, religion and disability. We play, we fall and then we rise; we win together and that team spirit makes the bond stronger and everlasting. It's all about binding the entire nation through sports."
“The Route” by Catarina Figueiredo (College of Art from the University of Edinburgh, UK)
MIXED MEDIA (30×40) | "My drawing celebrates the fact that climbing is going to take part in the 2020 Olympics and that as a sport it shares the Olympics ethics, so I wanted to illustrate the spirit of Fair Play and Universal Friendship in climbing. My close relationship with this sport made me realize that climbing salutes the ascent and trial, aiming for perfection and that the support among climbers can be directly seen in the very strong cheering and respect while a climber is trying to reach for the top. Although there is usually one efficient way to reach for the top that can become universal, there can also be different ways to perform a route which usually translate into a celebration of difference and creativity that I immediately relate with Pierre de Coubertin motto “The most important thing is not to win but to take part!"."
“A Road To Glory” by Dimas Muhammad Iqbal Putra Budiman (Bandung Institute of Technology, Indonesia)
WATERCOLOUR ON PAPER (40x50) | "The artwork shows the runners who are just finishing the race and are helping each other. As I dwell through the idea of fair play, I stumbled upon a sight. The idea of fair play is to give all of you during the competitions. At the end of the day we are all human beings that need each other for the glory that unites us through respect and kindness."
“Olympic Respect” by Federico Aguiar (EASD Ramón Falcón, Spain)
DIGITAL ART WITH WACOM BAMBOO (30×40) | "In this work I have look for the semi realism through digital painting, showing union, respect and fair play among competitors. In spite of whether you win or lose, in the end what matters are the values of each one. Sportsmanship is one of the greatest values and is what makes a real competitor great, so I wanted to reflect in this paint the importance of fair play in sports."
“Passing The Torch” by Chiu Yi (The One Academy of Communication Design, Malasia)
DIGITAL PAINTING (30×40) | "The illustration shows the celebration of passing the spirit of fair play. The concept is about passing the spirit of fair play from the Olympic Games to the University Sport as the action of valuing the spirit of fair play and universal friendship shown by the professional athletes will have a positive impact on the ethics in university sports. The illustration is created by overlapping shapes to create a dynamic feel and looks more like a sports poster. The colors of the Olympic Rings are used as the colors of the confetti and the end of the flame is modified into a handshake to represent the spirit of fair play and universal friendship."
2017
Drawing Contest 2017
The 15 finalists of the 2017 Drawing Contest are exhibited during the 2018 expositions.
Shared 1st Place, “Fair Play”, by Ernest Seah (Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore) | Shared 1st Place, “Ludis Iungit” by Artem Tereschenko (Art College Minsk, Belarus) | 3rd place, “Fair Play Volley” by Marcos Santos Magnani da Silva (CE Visconde de Cairu Art School, Brazil) | Honorable Commendation, “Creation of a Panathlete” by Aigul Kuldibaeva (Almaty College of Decorative and Applied Art, Kazakhstan)
shared 1st place | “Fair Play” by Ernest Seah (Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts Singapore, Singapore)
MIXED MEDIA ON ART CARD (30×40) | "The artwork questions what is fair in sports. Is helping a fallen competitor fair? Is losing because of helping another athlete fair? I believe that in a fair game there should also be a kindness. The prize or
kindness in sports is priceless. The artwork shows an athlete giving a helping hand to another who has fallen. As a student, artist and athlete I believe that life is a sport. Regardless of who you are and what you do in life. Everything we do is a competition: with others or even sometimes with ourselves. There are always competitors all around us fighting for the same finishing line. Although the ultimate goal is to succeed and win, one must also never forget fair play and kindness."
shared 1st place | “Ludis Iungit” by Artem Tereschenko (Art College, Minsk, Belarus)
DIGITAL DRAWING (30×40) | "The artwork represents how Panathlon International spreads the principles of
Olympism and Olympic values all over the world. This digital drawing expresses the Panathlon motto “Ludis Iungit” which means “united by sport"."
3rd place | “Fair Play Volley” by Marcos Santos Magnani da Silva (CE Visconde de Cairu Art School, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
DIGITAL PAINTING WITH WACOM BAMBOO (30×40) | "Since always soccer games Brazil vs Argentina are the games with the most rivalry between the players and fans of each country, and this has expanded to other sports such as volley. Nowadays the rivalry continues but the respect and fair play between both sides is what makes a special and incredible game for both Brazilians and Argentines. My idea in this drawing was to show respect among volleyball players, so I thought it would be within the criteria of Fair Play,especially the respect among players and sportsmanship."
Honorable Commendation | “Creation of a Panathlete” by Aigul Kuldibaeva (Almaty College of Decorative and Applied Art, Kazakhstan)
ACRYLIC ON PAPER (30×40) | "This is an interpretation of the famous fragment of hands from the Michelangelo's Creation of Adam. My interpretation is based on the symbolic representation of the Panathlon International and University of Antwerp cooperation towards promotion the Olympic values in the University sport. One of the most famous images in the art world, symbolizing God breathing life into Adam, was used to show how the Panathlon Movement promotes Olympic values to student athletes."
“Fair Play Handshake” by Stavicka Patricija (Art Academy of Latvia, Jurmala, Latvia)
ACRYLIC ON CANVAS (40×50) | "A day begins with sunrise, Fair Play begins with handshake. The painting depicts silhouettes of the volleyball players against the sunrise. This is one of the greatest pleasures to enjoy the sunrise at the seaside. It gives you energy and positivity for the whole day. In the same way any sport competition should begin with a handshake encouraging fair play, respect and friendship."
“Five differences” by Veronica Cherednichenko (Lviv Academy of Arts, Ukraine)
PENCIL ON PAPER (40×50) | "In my opinion sport competitions should be as objective as possible and no factors should have influence on this objectivity. In fair competitions there is no place for separating people on racial or national grounds or discrimination based on sexual orientation. My artwork is exactly about this: about honesty between participants and justice on the part of judges."
“Sports palette” by Mirela Rumenova Petrova (Veliko Tarnovo University, Pleven, Bulgaria)
TEMPERA ON PAPER (30×40) | "I decided to combine my love for painting with my passion for sport dancing, which I practice. They are both so remarkably close to Rhythmic gymnastics, which I admire! I used the color palette as a symbol of my beloved art. And I decided to depict its elements as rhythmic gymnastics’
apparatuses. Because for me this sport symbolizes grace, harmony and color. Just like a palette unites
colors, sport unites people. And harmony is the binding element, vital for the success."
“Essence of the Fight” by Sean Oo Kaijie (Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore)
DIGITAL PAINTING (30×40) | "Taekwondo came instinctively to me as it is one of the most common sport that every parent will send their child at a young age to in my country. I myself have learnt Taekwondo when I was about 12 years old and it has taught me significant values so the word Fair Play came to my mind naturally. Thus this was my chosen sport to convey the message. I combined the ethics and values of Taekwondo with the Olympic spirit and tried to convey the essence of a Taekwondo fight: Fair Play, mutual respect and sportsmanship."
“Friendship, Fun and Fair Play” by Samuel Putra Hadi Wiyanto (Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore)
DIGITAL DRAWING WITH IPAD PRO (30x40) | "Competition for me is not always about winning or losing. It's about how you make friends and enjoy the excitement of the festive event, just like the Olympics. You don't have to worry so much about mistakes because experience will guide us to become a better person. Don't forget that the trophy or the medal are just a bonus of your hard work. Remember the most important thing is to have FUN! I love sports and because of this I have a lot of friends. Even though I may not be a winner, I get something more precious than a title."
“Parade of nations” by Mezentsev Georgiy (MITU-Moscow Architecture and Construction Institute, Russia)
GOUACHE ON PAPER (30×40) | "Free of material property such as clothes, here people are also free of prejudice. There is only them and their strength of will, united by friendly competition. The white doves as a symbol of peace hold the flag of the Olympic Games above all, showing that there is no place for any kind of strife. The static composition indicates order and discipline, through which a bright future represented by clear blue sky will be achieved."
“Victory in my heart” by Natalya Scunchaya (South Ukrainian National Pedagogical University, Odessa, Ukraine)
MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER (40×50) | "I live in a southern city by the sea. Summer sports are a special pleasure for us. That's why I chose the theme tennis for my artwork. The Olympic movement unites hundreds of people, students and athletes around the world. But not everyone chooses the principles of fair play, the ability to lose with a smile and the importance to fight a victory in the heart. I want to share with everyone the victory in my heart."
“The GREA_TEST” by Dmitry Shurygin (University Synergy, Moscow, Russia)
INK AN GOUACHE ON PAPER (50×65) | "The drawing depicts Cassius Clay after his triumphant victory at the Olympic Games 1960 in Rome. The artwork is done with ink using black and white digital graphics (Pixel Art) with glitch effect and QR code elements. The contrast of black and white reflects the metaphor of a two sided medal. On one side there are victory, glory and recognition, and on the other there is racial discrimination. As is known from Muhammad Ali’s autobiography, he experienced racial prejudice and discrimination firsthand. Also the bright color accents enliven the drawing and the five rings symbol represents one of the main Olympic principles of Universal Friendship."
“Tae bo and fitness” by Katrin Georgieva Aleksandrova (Veliko Tarnovo University, Gorna Oryahovitsa, Bulgaria)
DRY PASTEL ON PAPER (40×50) | "To work towards the ideal of a healthy sporting education guaranteed for all, regardless of race or sex or age, particularly through the promotion of cultural and sporting activities for university students!"
“Gymnastic Olympics” by Olariu Irina-Alexandra (University National of Arts Bucharest, Romania)
OIL ON CANVAS (50x70) | "I was born with the desire to become an artist. My purpose is to communicate through the art, movement in beauty and emotion. Since my childhood I was inspired by the Romanian gymnast and a five-time Olympic gold medalist Nadia Comaneci. This artwork represents the dedication, passion and hard work in two different ways."
“Olympic Universe” by Alexandra Martsenkovskaya (Drawing studio Lyubertsy, Russia)
PASTEL ON PAPER (50x70) | "The Olympic Games is the celebration of peace, power of character, force of will and strength. In this drawing the Olympics represented as a universe symbolizes totality, continuity and universality of the Olympic principles. The mascots embody the Olympic spirit, spreading the values of Friendship, Respect and Fair Play. I was inspired to draw the Sochi Olympics mascots because it was doubtless the most spectacular and touching moment when they appeared in giant format during the Closing Ceremony and the whole world was crying together with the polar bear."
2016
Drawing Contest 2016
The 15 finalists of the 2016 Drawing Contest are exhibited during the 2017 expositions.
1st Place, “Olympiad” by Yana Ivanchina (Herzen University, Russia) | 2nd place, “Sport uniting the world” by Eric Djivo (Polytechnic University of Abomey, Benin) | 3rd place, “Flanders’ wheels” by Roxanne Bral (University of Antwerp, Belgium) | Honorable Commendation, “Gymnasts” by Catherine Borisova (Southern Federal University, Russia)
1st place | “Olympiad” by Yana Ivanchina (Herzen University, St. Petersburg, Russia)
ACRYILIC ON CANVAS (30x40) | "The painting "Olympiad" was made in one breath. It itself was born on the canvas. When I was imagining the Contest theme “Fair Play in student sport”, immediately mountains, snow and skiing came to my mind. Exactly these associations arise for me when hearing the words Olympics, student sport and Fair Play … and of course the Olympic rings - the main symbol of the Olympic Movement!"
2nd place | “Sport uniting the world” by Eric Djivo (Polytechnic University of Abomey, Benin)
ACRYLIC ON PAPER (30x40) | "Sport can unite student athletes all around the world. The Olympic Movement inspires humanity to overcome political, economic, gender, racial or religious differences and maintain friendships in spite of those differences. The colors of the five-ring symbol of the Olympic Games were used for the sportswear of the athletes on the painting. Five young students playing different sports symbolizes five parts of the world, five continents and five different races. By holding each other hands and thereby uniting the world they represent equality, integrity, solidarity and tolerance without any kind of discrimination."
3rd place | “Flanders’ wheels” by Roxanne Bral (University of Antwerp, Belgium)
PROMARKERS ON PAPER (30x40) | "Cycling is a sport, popular in my home region Flanders, which incorporates a driving force to stimulate cycling also on a recreational level, supporting interaction among students and introducing the concept of Fair Play. In addition cycling could be considered as a solution for mobility problems with positive environment consequences."
Honorable Commendation | “Gymnasts” by Catherine Borisova (Southern Federal University, Rostov-on-Don, Russia)
COMPUTER GRAPHICS (50x70) | "The theme of my artwork is gymnastics, a sport which always attracted me with its power and plasticity. What could be more expressive than a gymnast soaring over the exercise equipment and nearly breaking the physical laws?! Artistry and fabulous coordination of athletes turn gymnastics into one of the most spectacular sports, into an attractive and actual object of art. In my artwork I have tried to convey how such challenging exercises performed by student athletes-gymnasts endowed a desperate-looking beauty but always inspired by Fair Play."
“Badminton Female” by Nami Sano (University of Leipzig, Germany)
WATERCOLOR ON PAPER (30x40) | "All the smiling faces while playing badminton and the mutual respect that is expressed through the competition gives me a feeling of peace in these fast moving times."
“Breaking the ice” by Maria Kostuk (Art School named after V. Polonev, Moscow, Russia)
COLORED PENCILS ON PAPER (30x40) | "Honesty and kindness should be important for each student. With Fair Play and helping each other, each student athlete will become much stronger in every sense. "Breaking the ice" expresses the attempt to become friends, to initiate a conversation and to make the other comfortable. The artwork symbolizes that sportsmen should consider Fair Play even when there is ice all around."
“Euphron. God of sport” by Maria Piterbarg (Moscow State Stroganov Academy of Industrial and Applied Arts, Russia)
INK ON PAPER (50x70) | "Being a person connected to art, I always try to cognize it from various sides and this contest gives me such an opportunity. The theme of the contest is significant, herein lies my interest: to implement what at a first glance is difficult to imagine. My artwork is an attempt to personalize Fair Play as a character. The drawing represents the God Euphron, patron of sport, from the poem of the English writer William Jones, in which the god Euphron creates the game of chess. Sport and art are closely connected with each other since ancient times with the images of Olympic athletes already in the sculptures of Ancient Greece: “Discobolus” of Myron, “Doryphoros” of Polykleitos, etc... This long-term connection I tried to convey to the audience through a synthesis of classical and modern. My Euphron, holding in his hand a torch with the Olympic flame, stands in a classic Ancient Greek contrapposto, but styled in a modern way."
“Fair Heart” by Matthis Frickhoeffer (Philipps-Universität Marburg, Germany)
MIX-TECHNIQUE OF ACRYL, WATERCOLORING, INK AND DIGITAL STUFF (40x50) | "The work I created tries to capture the basic idea of Fair Play by centering the heart which is the same in all of us and thus creates equality. As soon as people come together to do sports, they become equal. I also opted for the heart as the most central point in my participation, because as well as defining all of us as equals it is also a very strong symbol for passion. And the amount of passion a fair played game is able to inflict in the heart of students athletes is astonishing to everybody who had the opportunity to witness, or even take part in such a beautiful event. I chose the gestures surrounding the heart to describe sport as a universal language which enables people from all around the world to overcome language barriers and connect to each other."
“Fair Play” by Anita Alunāne (Riga Art High-School, Latvia)
ACRYLIC ON PAPER (40x50)
Handshake is a simple manifestation of Fair Play. I personally enjoy playing tennis and highly value this ritual. By following the basic rules of etiquette, by playing fair, respecting your partner, you will finally respect yourself more. It builds character, sportsmanship, friendship, gives a great feeling and enables to enjoy the game totally. The Olympic values of excellence, friendship and respect are much more significant than winning, also in a student context.
“The highlight” by Natalya Yarovaya (University of Customs and Finance, Dnepropetrovsk, Ukraine)
WATERCOLOR ON PAPER (20x30) | "The plot conveys a highlight. Everybody knows that in literature this is one of the most important stages of a work, a kind of kairotic moment in the main characters' life. These are crucial moments after which the changes occur. Both in life and in student sport, we are faced with obstacles, receive a dose of adrenaline, fight primarily with ourselves, with our inner fears (devils) and go to the finish, reaching goals. Don't be afraid to hitch your wagon to a star! Look at the results of our Paralympians! The progress of the game, its dynamics are clearly visible on the painting. Why exactly volleyball? This sport is the closest to the author. The author desires to convey the expression to a viewer, as well as lightness, airiness of this sport realizing that many years of hard work are behind this lightness, together with the discovery of Fair Play. Volleyball is a movement, a health and a beauty; it is a team spirit, love of life. For the artist volleyball is the beating of her heart, her breath, her life rhythm!"
“Highline” by María De Los Ángeles Carro Colón (Complutense University of Madrid, Spain)
COMPUTER GRAPHICS (30x40) | "Teamwork, friendship, Fair Play and sportsmanship help to keep a high line. Only in a team you can achieve the highest success. Learning to cooperate with others towards a common goal in sports builds important life skills for student athletes. Teamwork gives sportsmen a greater respect for one another and builds friendships that last a lifetime. Sport unites people all over the world and teaches the youngest and the oldest about team spirit."
“Ice Symphony” by Svetlana Melnikova (Southern Federal University, Rostov-on-Don, Russia)
ACRYLIC ON CANVAS (30x40) | "International exchange in sport and art helped me to implement the basic concept of my artwork: "Ice Symphony". I captured the moment when the day reveals – premiere/start… And in the drawing the end of the dance performance "Carmen". There are many spectators, judges. Spotlights shine. Fanfare. Applause. Around you can hear the enthusiastic feeling: ah, what an amazing figure skating!.. Probably many are excited watching with what courage, power and amplitude the young figure skater has performed her program "Carmen"! In my artwork I wanted to convey how powerful, "male" style sportswoman can skate! And how she looks beautiful when skating with such confidence."
“Olympic principles through the ages” by Alex Karpov (Art school, Ivanteevka, Russia)
MIXED TECHNIQUE ON PAPER (30x40) | "From time immemorial, the principle of fair play is a fundamental element of any sports. The drawing reflects a continuity of the Olympism emerged in times of Ancient competitions in Greece and the principles of the modern Olympic Movement. The Olympic Rings and the Panathlon Torch placed on the background of the stadium symbolizes the actual activities of the International Olympic Committee and Panathlon International as translators of the ancient ideals in a modern context. The world is changing, the rules are changing, but the principle of fair play should remain unchanged."
“Resembling uniformity” by Sara Pećanić (Academy of Fine Arts in Zagreb, Croatia)
GRAPHITE PENCIL ON PAPER (50x70) | "The drawing shows ''Resembling Uniformity in student sport” through geometric forms placed in a balanced composition. I aim to describe the equality of people in sports with constructive solutions through symbolism. I love to work with variety of materials; I analyze shapes, laying them out inside the frame. This frame represents a tennis court looking from an aerial view. In an associative / symbolic way I present the tennis net with a white element that has holes and two diagonally-opposite elements of different sizes; one completely black and the other with woven texture, which shows two different persons, two different tennis players. The diagonal element that is above the net and the tennis ball represents justice in sport, not allowing inequality/ dishonesty. It is a synergy between the players, balance of the game ie. fair play. I played tennis for 7 years so I can relate myself to this work and to the given theme. But why a representation in an abstract way? I want to leave the audience to the imagination and let them experience on their own in a unique way."
“What are skates singing…” by Lyudmila Petrenko (Voronezh State Pedagogical University, Russia)
ACRYLIC ON CARDBOARD (50x70) | "Student sport and Fair Play are quite difficult to draw because they flow in action. I have tried to express this action in a still life. My grandmother led me to the sports school of figure skating at the age of five. After an injury I had to leave the ice. I can watch and admire the athletes only on TV during the World Championships and Olympic Games without missing any moment. When I graduated from the art school, I realized how art and sport are interrelated. So there was series of my artworks on the theme of figure skating. In this artwork I have tried to convey the spirit, Fair Play and dancing competition of figure skating. I dedicated this still life to the Olympic Games that took place in Sochi, Russia in 2014 as also students attended these games. Attributes of the figure skating – skates and medals are the symbols of skater outfit. They are the main compositional center of the artwork. Melody and sliding skate are transmitted by the gray-bluish background of painting, resembling complex patterns. Whirlwind of snowflakes represents a winter sport."
EXPOSITIONS (2017-2022)
2022
EXPOSITIONS 2022
The 2022 expositions exhibit the 15 finalists of the 2021 Drawing Contest.
3D virtual exhibition
1 April 2022 – 1 March 2023 | KUNSTMATRIX
Antwerp (Belgium)
21 March 2022 | Selection Commission | University of Antwerp Campus Middelheim
22-24 April & 27-29 April 2022 | University of Antwerp City Campus
Lausanne (Switzerland)
10-11 June 2022 | 50th General Ordinary Meeting Panathlon International
Rome (Italy)
28-30 October 2022 | CUS Roma Tor Vergata, University of Rome Tor Vergata
Antwerp (Belgium)
25-27 November 2022 | University of Antwerp Hof van Liere
2021
EXPOSITIONS 2021
The 2021 expositions exhibit the 15 finalists of the 2020 Drawing Contest.
3D virtual exhibition
1 May 2021 – 31 January 2022 | KUNSTMATRIX
Antwerp (Belgium)
12 May 2021 | Selection Commition | University of Antwerp Campus Middelheim
Venice (Italy)
June 2021 | Panathlon Club Venice (depending on the Covid-19 situation)
Moscow (Russia)
October 2021 | Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation (depending on the Covid-19 situation)
Antwerp (Belgium)
29-31 October 2021 | University of Antwerp Hof van Liere
3-5 December 2021 | University of Antwerp Hof van Liere
21 February 2022 | University of Antwerp Grauwzusters Cloister
2020
EXPOSITIONS 2020
The 2020 expositions exhibit the 15 finalists of the 2019 Drawing Contest.
As a result of the cancellation of all PCU events on venue during 2020, a virtual exposition of the PCU Drawing Contest has been created and two exhibitions were held on our partner university campuses in Belgium and Russia.
3D virtual exhibition
1 October – 28 February 2021 | KUNSTMATRIX
Antwerp (Belgium)
15 October – 17 December 2020 | University of Antwerp Campus Middelheim
Moscow (Russia)
24-28 December 2020 | Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation
2019
EXPOSITIONS 2019
The 2019 expositions exhibit the 15 finalists of the 2018 Drawing Contest.
Antwerp (Belgium)
19 February 2019 | University of Antwerp | Panathlon Antwerp Sport Personality Awards
Rome (Italy)
12-14 March 2019 | University of Rome Tor Vergata | University Rome Tor Vergata Games
Antwerp (Belgium)
19-22 April 2019 | University of Antwerp | PCU Bridge Trophy 2019
24-26 April 2019 | University of Antwerp | PCU Games 2019
Buenos Aires (Argentina)
3-6 October 2019 | Scala Hotel Buenos Aires | XIII Panathlon Panamerican Congress
Moscow (Russia)
18-20 October 2019 | Financial University Moscow | PIUTT 2019
Antwerp (Belgium)
6-8 December 2019 | University of Antwerp | PCU Chess Cup 2019
2018
EXPOSITIONS 2018
The 2018 expositions exhibit the 15 finalists of the 2017 Drawing Contest.
Antwerp (Belgium)
15 February 2018 | University of Antwerp | Panathlon Antwerp Sport Personality Awards
Grenoble (France)
23-25 March 2018 | Mercure Grenoble President | Panathlon International Flambeau d’Or 2018
Antwerp (Belgium)
25-27 April 2018 | University of Antwerp City Campus | PCU Games 2018
Florence (Italy)
15-17 June 2018 | Palazzo di Parte Guelfa | Panathlon International Congress & General Assembly 2018
Dubna (Russia)
19-21 October 2018 | Dubna State University | PIUTT 2018
2017
EXPOSITIONS 2017
The 2017 expositions exhibit the 15 finalists of the 2016 Drawing Contest.
Antwerp (Belgium)
26-28 April 2017 | University of Antwerp | PCU Games 2017
Rapallo (Italy)
11-13 May 2017 | Hotel Rosabianca | Panathlon International President’s Committee Meeting
Dubna (Russia)
20-22 October 2017 | Dubna State University | PIUTT 2017
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