PinchukArtCentre Prize 2025 Exhibition @ PinchukArtCentre, Kyiv

PinchukArtCentre Prize 2025 Exhibition

PinchukArtCentre, Kyiv

Opening February 28, 2025

On February 28, the PinchukArtCentre will present the 8th exhibition of 20 shortlisted artists for the PinchukArtCentre Prize 2025, a nationwide prize in contemporary art for young Ukrainian artists aged 35 or younger. The participants will create new works or showcase their recent projects, weaving together personal stories, reflections on collective memory and identity. The exhibition captures the clash of contrasts in Ukrainian society's experience, where tragedy and loss intertwine with resilience and hope for the future.

The shortlist of the PinchukArtCentre Prize 2025 includes: Mykhailo Alekseenko (34, Kyiv), Kateryna Aliinyk (25, Kyiv/Luhansk), Yuriy Bolsa (27, Chervonohrad), Vasyl Dmytryk (32, Ivano-Frankivsk/Odesa), Maksym Khodak (23, Vienna/Kyiv/Bila Tserkva), Yevhen Korshunov (35, Brovary/Kyiv), Kateryna Lysovenko (34, Kyiv/Vienna), Krystyna Melnyk (30, Kyiv/Melitopol), Daria Molokoiedova (22, Kramatorsk/Kyiv), Vladislav Plisetskiy (25, Kyiv), Andrii Rachynskyi (34, Kharkiv), Anton Saenko (34, Sumy/Kyiv), Anton Shebetko (34, Kyiv/Amsterdam), Zhenia Stepanenko (28, Kyiv/Berlin), Vasyl Tkachenko (Lyakh) (29, Mariupol), Illia Todurkin (23, Mariupol/Kyiv), Tamara Turliun (29, Dnipro/Kyiv), Lesia Vasylchenko (34, Kyiv/Oslo), Yuri Yefanov (34, Gurzuf) and collective Variable Name / Назва змінна (Valerie Karpan (Kyiv) and Maryna Marynychenko (Kyiv/Zaporizhzhia)).

This year, a special recognition outside the competition will honour the memory of Veronika Kozhushko — an artist from Kharkiv who applied for the PinchukArtCentre Prize but tragically died on August 30 as a result of a Russian missile strike on the city's civilian infrastructure.

The show of the PinchukArtCentre Prize 2025 curated by Oleksandra Pogrebnyak, curator of the PinchukArtCentre. Assistant curators: Oksana Chornobrova, Kateryna Kostenko.

The shortlisted artists will be invited to create works for the exhibition at the PinchukArtCentre in 2025. The winners of the Prize will be announced at the award ceremony in the second quarter of 2025. The Main Prize of UAH 400 000 and two Special Prizes equal to UAH 100 000 each will be awarded by the international jury. The winners will also receive financial support for internships, further education, residences or new production. A Public Choice winner will be determined by votes of the visitors attending the exhibition of the shortlisted artists and will be awarded UAH 40 000.

The winner of the Main Prize will be automatically included in the shortlist of the Future Generation Art Prize 2026, an international art prize for young artists.

PinchukArtCentre

1/3-2 Velyka Vasylkivska / Baseyna str., Kyiv, Ukraine, 02000

pinchukartcentre.org

2018 AZ Awards Submissions Now Open

The Eighth Annual AZ Awards Is Now Open for Submissions

The annual AZ Awards is open for submissions. Now in its eighth edition, the AZ Awards is a unique opportunity for practitioners in the design and architecture community and their client to receive the international exposure and acknowledgement that their exceptional work deserves.

Since its debut in 2011 by Toronto-based AZURE, the AZ Awards has grown in size, scope and momentum to be one of the most recognized award programs internationally, acknowledged for its influence and significance within the global design and architecture sphere.

Presented by Keilhauer, the eighth edition of the AZ Awards promises to attract entries from some of the most forward-thinking firms from all corners of the globe. The 2017 program received projects from over 800 architects, landscape architects, product designers, interior designers, students and manufacturers from 41 countries. From that outstanding number, the international jury of experts selected 70 finalists, chosen for their innovative design, impressive environmental or social benefits, or for simply evoking delight.

The 2018 AZ Awards welcomes submissions until February 20, 2018 . A jury of internationally renowned practitioners in the areas of product design, architecture, landscape architecture and interiors will convene in Toronto shortly thereafter to evaluate the entries. Past jurors have included Nader Tehrani, Nina-Marie Lister, Chris Wilkinson, Philippe Malouin, Anna Simone, Craig Dykers  and Brigitte Shim . We will be revealing the 2018 AZ Awards jury soon.

The winners will be revealed at the AZ Awards Gala in Toronto on June 22, 2018. The gala has become the  event of the season, an exciting evening to see and be seen with members of the industry’s elite. Every year, close to 500 top architects, designers and industry-related professionals come together to meet, mingle and celebrate the finalists and winners. Past finalists have travelled from as far away as South Korea, Austria, Brazil and Japan to join the festivities.

The exposure and international recognition that winners and finalists receive through the AZ Awards include being published in Azure ’s annual AZ Awards Issue, featured on Azure ’s online and social media channels, and on the communication platforms of the

Azure and its partners – Keilhauer, Cosentino, Flos, George Brown School of Design, Urban Capital and Alpi – encourage design and architecture professionals, students and manufacturers to submit their work to the AZ Awards for an opportunity to step into the global spotlight, elevate their profile, and raise public awareness for their firm and their clients.

2018 AZ AWARDS Key Dates

JANUARY 2: Call for entries
FEBRUARY 1: Early Bird Deadline
FEBRUARY 20: Deadline for entries
APRIL: Finalists notified
APRIL 5 - MAY 4: People’s Choice voting
JUNE 22: AZ Awards Gala in Toronto
JUNE: AZ Awards Annual Issue on newsstands

For more information: awards.azuremagazine.com

Lauréats Sony PROduction Awards 2013

Sony a annoncé le nom des lauréats de ses PROduction Awards 2013

Copie d'écran du site des PROduction Awards 2013 de SONY

A l'issue d'une compétition très serrée, qui a remporté un franc succès, Sony a annoncé le nom des gagnants de ses Sony PROduction Awards 2013 . Plus de 400 étudiants, professionnels et amateurs de tous bords ont créé un film de quelques minutes pour tenter d'obtenir la reconnaissance de la communauté broadcast et de gagner un kit Sony intégrant les toutes dernières technologies, dont le caméscope Full HD NEX-FS700EK Super Slow Motion.

Les PROduction Awards de Sony ont été conçus pour dénicher des talents d'exception et fournir à ces réalisateurs de l'ombre un réel tremplin pour leur carrière. Les participants devaient créer ou partager l'une de leurs vidéos de cinq minutes maximum en la soumettant sur le site des Sony PROduction Awards, où le public pouvait les regarder et voter pour leurs films préférés. Le public a pu voter jusqu'au 26 avril et l'on a recensé plus de 10 000 votes sur le site à cette date. Les vingt films ayant reçu le plus de votes ont ensuite été jugés par un jury composé de spécialistes du secteur, qui a finalement rendu son verdict et désigné quatre gagnants, un dans chaque catégorie. 

Et les gagnants des PROduction Awards 2013 de Sony sont : 

• For Granted de Mohamed El Sehrawy (Etudiants)

• Csaba Mullner: Tattoo Artist de Christian Renner (Factuel)

• Routines de Vít Kratochvíle (Créatif)

• Academy Skatepark de Jonathon Edwards (Commercial)

Philip Bloom, directeur de la photographie et réalisateur de renom, et membre du jury des PROduction Awards, souligne le niveau élevé des candidats de cette année. « On a pu découvrir un large éventail de films, présentant chacun un style bien différent et appartenant à des genres variés. La qualité des films était excellente et j'aurais aimé avoir le temps de regarder chaque vidéo, car on apprend toujours beaucoup en visionnant les films de chacun. Il est facile de passer à côté d'un talent extraordinaire. Si vous n'avez pas été sélectionné parmi les finalistes, ne baissez pas les bras ! Et si vous faites partie des finalistes mais vous n'êtes pas dans le carré final, je tiens à vous féliciter pour votre parcours remarquable. Regardez les autres vidéos et continuez dans cette voie. Vous êtes arrivés loin et ce n'est qu'un début ! » 

Chacun des gagnants recevra un caméscope NXCAM NEX-FS700EK Super 35 mm de Sony ainsi qu'un microphone numérique sans fil UWP-V1. Ils bénéficieront en outre d'une couverture médiatique importante, qui pourrait bien s'avérer décisive pour leur carrière. C'est Mohamed El Sehrawy qui a recueilli le plus de votes du public pour son film For Granted. Il remportera donc également l'un des premiers kits d'enregistrement 4K conçu pour le NEX-FS700EK, et ce dès sa sortie sur le marché. Ce kit 4K d'exception comprend l'interface d'enregistrement RAW 4K HXR-IFR5, l'enregistreur RAW 2K/4K AXS-R5, la carte mémoire AXS 512 Go AXS-512S24 et la mise à jour du firmware RAW 4K pour le NEX-FS700EK. Le vainqueur de la catégorie « Etudiants », For Granted de Mohamed El Sehrawy, a permis à son établissement de gagner des sessions de formation par des experts Sony.

Le réalisateur, monteur, cinéaste et Motion Designer espagnol maintes fois primé, Ruben Latre, lui aussi membre du jury des PROduction Awards de Sony a déclaré : « Cette année, la compétition a été serrée et la barre était haute. Dans la catégorie "Commercial", je recherchais quelque chose de totalement nouveau, que je n'avais jamais vu auparavant. La réserve du film Academy Skatepark a fait la différence. Parfois, moins on en fait, mieux c'est. Dans la catégorie "Factuel", Csaba Mullner: Tattoo Artist s'est inspiré du sujet traité. L'exécution visuelle était parfaite, le film est concis et bien ficelé. Mon favori de cette année est le lauréat de la catégorie "Etudiants". For Granted est un film élégant, créatif, bien tourné et simplement magnifique. »

Olivier Bovis, responsable de la division AV media chez Sony Europe, a ajouté : « Cette année, le niveau des participants était incroyablement élevé et les membres du jury ont eu la lourde tâche de désigner les gagnants. Nous souhaitons adresser nos félicitations les plus sincères à tous les participants de cette édition et remercier tous ceux qui ont voté. Les PROduction Awards de Sony nous rappellent qu'il existe de nombreux passionnés de production au talent incontestable et ils nous permettent de récompenser ceux qui ne parviennent pas toujours à percer et à obtenir la reconnaissance qu'ils méritent. »

Les vidéos des finalistes sont en ligne sur : http://productionawards.sony.eu/

Product Design Days 2012, Chennai, India & I Design Awards 2012-2013

PDD - Product Design Days 2012 & I Design Awards 2012-2013Chennai Convention Centre, India
22 & 23 November 2012

I Design Award Icon

PRODUCT DESIGN DAYS 2012 in India is a platform created for indian small and medium business (SMB) to interact and forge business relationship with design service providers. PDD 2012 is an avenue for SMBs to get an insight on the advantages of integrating design in their businesses, thereby empowering them to compete in the global market. The conference attempts to educate them in the processes and modalities of design development and design management. It is an arena where small & medium business houses can educate themselves with the intricacies and nuances of incorporating product design as a part of their manufacturing process, including how to approach and brief a design firm and plan the early stages of the product design development. Apart from the conference and exhibition, Product Design Days 2012 provides end to end design solutions for SMBs covering the entire spectrum of the product design portfolio.

CHENNAI’S PRODUCT DESIGN DAYS 2012 HIGHLIGHTS

- Interesting Product and industrial design event in India
- Over 600 Pre-registered delegates from the Indian manufacturing industry
- 15 National and International speakers,
- 25 Design firms and allied industries exhibiting
- 16 International award-winning products on display,
- Design gallery with over 200 international award winning designs
- Daily conferences featuring eminent national and international speakers
- An exhibition showcasing Indian and International design firms and allied industries

I DESIGN AWARDS 2012-2013 WINNERS

The successful first edition of the I Design Awards has declared 39 winners from over 300 submissions selected by jury panel.

Packaging Design: Nikhil Autade - Hardik Gandhi for Godrej Consumer Products Ltd
Lighting Design: Sudhanwa Chavan - Abhijit Bansod for Bpl Technovision Pvt Ltd, Bangalore - Bambooed India for Bambooed
Electronic Equipment Design: Mohit Yadav - Rishabh Bhardwaj - Manojkumar A G for Lumium Innovations (2 products design awarded) - Chandrashekhar Nadgouda for Trane
Electrical Household Devices Design: Sanbid Golui for Designlipi Projects Private Ltd - Sharanya Nair - Sharma Vipul - Chandrashekhar Nadgouda for Trane - Shilpa Marathe
Home and Office Equipment Design: Uttam Banerjee
Public and Outdoor Products Design: Himanshu Goyal
Home Furniture Design: Parin Sanghvi - Hardik Gandhi for Designgandhi
Decorative Items and Culinaryware Design: Vidhi Goel for Tupperware Brands, Slabs - Swati Gakkher For Arttdinox for Arttdinox
Office Furniture Design: Rahul Deshpande for Wipro Ltd-Wipro Furniture Business - Anindya Dasgupta, also for Wipro Furniture Business
Personal Products and Accessories Design: Ankit Vyas for Wellcrow Photogears Pvt. Ltd
Medical Equipment and Devices Design: Sharanya Nair - Malav Sanghvi - Nikhil Autade - Manojkumar A G for Lumium Innovations
Transportation and Mobility Design: Tilak Deepak Roy for Tdr Groups - Riten Gojiya - Susovan Mazumder - Riten Gojiya - Sarwar Sayeed - Raunaq Babbar - Riten Gojiya
Building Components and Sanitaryware Design: Manojna Bellur
Capital Goods Design: Kunal Ghate for Forbes Marshall Pvt. Ltd
Prosumer Products and Tools Design: Desmania Design Pvt. Ltd for Cst
Recreational Products Design: Sarang Kusale

Here are some pictures of awarded products design. All photos and images of this post are courtesy of the designers, brands/clients, I Design Award & Unitech Exhibitions Private Limited, Chennai.

Plug-in Camera Case by Ankit Vyas

I Design Award Winner in Personal Products and Accessories Design Category, 2012-2013

Plug-in Camera and Lenses Case Design by ANKIT VYAS

Plug-in Camera and Lenses Case Design by ANKIT VYAS

Ankit Vyas, the project leader of the awarded design Plug-in says “Plug-in is the safest camera/lens case available so far. It is the only soft case which can withstand load up to 100 kg and protects equipment against severe jerks and drops from up to 1 m. This is why with Plug-in, taking care of your DSLR is not a hassle anymore. In addition, due to its slim shape any type of existing bag can be used as a camera bag with Plug-in fitted in. Using the removable strap your Plug-in is also a standalone camera bag which can be carried in two different ways. Its waist bag configuration has a unique usage as a protective lens changer for professional photographers.”

Plug-in Camera and Lenses Case Design by ANKIT VYAS

This photographic case was previously exhibited in Gujarat Photo Video Trade Fair in August-September, 2012. It was made by Wellcrow Photogears Pvt. Ltd, a start-up by two photography enthusiasts: Ankit Vyas and Shaival Desai.

Munch Cafe Chair by Rahul Deshpande

I Design Award Winner in Office Furniture Design Category, 2012-2013

Munch Cafe Chair Design by RAHUL DESHPANDE

Munch Cafe Chair Design by RAHUL DESHPANDE

Rahul Deshpande, the project leader of the winning design Munch explains “Most uniquness of the design is its form which helps in 1. keeping/hanging the tiffinbag/handbag/purse temporarily on the nothc in the back rest, making user feel relaxed while eating & 2. the nothches give a firm grip (essentially with both hands) ensuring the housekeeping is handling the chair easily wihtout any stress on their back. It aslo gives a stackable solution. The mat laminate finish not only gives vibrant colours but also provides a comfortable seating grip & also makes the chair maintainence friendly & hygninic.”

Connect retractable tandem bicycle by Susovan Mazumder

I Design Award Winner in Transportation and Mobility Design Category, 2012-2013

Connect Bicycle Design by SUSOVAN MAZUMDER

Connect Bicycle Design by SUSOVAN MAZUMDER

Susovan Mazumder, the designer of the awarded project Connect demonstrates “Connect is a retractable tandem bicycle which can be ridden solo as well as by two riders. It uses a retractable frame with integrated shaft dive system for engaging and disengaging the secondary pedal to the drive system. it uses simplistic design approach matched with contemporary colors to give a feel of a futuristic and fun city bicycle.”

Numnum a Playful Spoon For Child (2-5 Years Old) by Sarang Kusale
I Design Award Winner in Recreational Products Design Category, 2012-2013

Numnum Design by SARANG KUSALE

Numnum Design by SARANG KUSALE

Sarang Kusale, the designer of the awarded design Numnum explains “Children of age two to five years like to play always. This element of playfulness can be effectively used to make a monotonous task enjoyable. This spoon encourage the child to eat with his/her own hands, the multiform nature of spoon provides flexibility and encourage to play and eat. To hold the spoon the child can use power grip position, and it will improve the motor movement skills. The perceived multi-form and multi-hold nature of spoons boosts the imagination of child and he/she will think loud and tell different stories. ”

Product Design Days 2012 and I Design Awards 2012-2013 are organised by Chennai based Unitech Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd. and managed by Geo & Nobi Events and Exhibitions Pvt Ltd. "This event will help expedite the process of Indian SMBs venturing into Research, Product engineering and Design rather than business houses blindly copying successful product ideas," said Augustine Kurian, MD, Geo & Nobi Events and Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd. "We have consciously kept this event as a "no-frills" Manufacturer/Designer meet rather than a forum to discuss Design at a very intellectual level," he added. Unni Tharakan, MD, Unitech Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd. said, "The concept of design as a marketing tool will excite the Indian SMBs and is sure to set the ball rolling for indigenous and innovative products meeting international standards."

Established in August 2001, Unitech Exhibitions Private Limited (UEPL) specialises in trade fairs for businesses in niche industrial segments. UEPL has handled trade shows such as Analysis India, EEWAC, Hotel & Restaurant Tech, Bottled Water India, Post Harvest, Business Park, Roof India, Hand Tools & Fastener Expo and third party events like PU Tech 2005 to 2011, Weld India 2005 to 2011.

Unitech Exhibitions Private Limited -UEPL

338, 1st Main Road, Nehru Nagar Indl Estate, OMR, Chennai 600096, INDIA

www.unitechexhibitions.com

Product Design Days' Website: http://productdesigndays.com

I Design Awards' Website: www.idesignawards.in

Chennai Convention Centre is located at Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam, Chennai - India

Lucas Dolega Photojournalism Award in homage to the photographer

First edition of the “Prix Lucas Dolega”, new annual Lucas Dolega International Award for photojournalists, organised by the association created to pay tribute to the young photographer died this year.

In Tunis, on January 17th 2011, the photographer Lucas Dolega (Loucas Von Zabiensky-Mebrouk) died, while covering the ‘Jasmine Revolution’. He was 32 years old. In order to pay tribute to Lucas Dolega, and through him, to all the photojournalists who risk their lives for the freedom of information, his family, close relations and friends decided to create the Association Lucas Dolega, and to launch an Award.

Designed to support photographers who sometimes work under difficult conditions in dangerous areas, this award aims to reward a photographer who, through his or her personal commitment, involvement in the field, his or her capacity to take a stand, as well as the quality of his or her work, will have demonstrated their commitment to the freedom of information.

Participants will have to present a report on a conflict (civil or military wars, riots, attacks or public demonstrations), a revolution, a natural disaster, or their consequences on civilians.

“Prix Photographique Lucas Dolega” (Lucas Dolega Photography Award). Photo © LUCAS DOLEGA. This picture was taken by the photographer in Tunis on January 14, 2011.

The Lucas Dolega Award is organised in partnership with the Mairie de Paris, Polka Magazine and with the support of Reporters sans Frontières, the Lucas Dolega Award will reward one photographer every year. The winner will receive an endowment by Nikon of 10.000 Euros, and will have their work displayed at an exhibition in Paris and published in the RSF album. Furthermore, the winner will have part or all his report published in an issue of Polka Magazine, and will be offered the production of another story by Polka Magazine.

Closing of candidatures, November 10th 2011

The complete rules of the Award and the application form are available for downloading on the site of the Lucas Dolega Award:
www.prixlucasdolega.org

Les catalogues Artcurial ont la cote

Lors de sa 41e compétition, le Club des directeurs artistiques a distingué, dans la catégorie « Edition », les catalogues « Tabloïds » imaginés en avril 2009 par LAURENT FETIS pour la maison de vente ARTCURIAL.

CATALOGUE ARTCURIAL

Pages intérieurs d'un catalogue Artcurial au format tabloid 

pour une vente Design contemporain

Photo © Courtesy Artcurial

Ces nouveaux catalogues, de grand format et imprimés sur papier « offset », sont destinés à la promotion de nombreuses ventes organisée à Paris à l’Hôtel Marcel Dassault : « Intérieurs du 20e siècle/ Art déco, Design », Bijoux et Montres, « Arts décoratifs du XVIe au XIXe siècle » etc. 

CATALOGUES ARTCURIAL 

Photo © Courtesy Artcurial

Dans un communiqué de presse, Artcurial considère que : 

« Ces catalogues sont devenus en quelques années l’une des « signatures » de la maison prouvant sa singularité et sa capacité d’innovation.
Enfin, ces catalogues, par leur présentation simple et accessible, ont conquis une nouvelle génération d’enchérisseurs »

www.artcurial.com

Singapore Architectural Design Competition for a New National Art Gallery

Singapore Launches Architectural Design Competition for a New National Art Gallery

Architects around the world invited to ceonceptualise a design for the Art Gallery, to be housed in two iconic heritage buildings set in the heart of Singapore's Civic District, City Hall and the former Supreme Court building

The heart of Singapore’s city centre is set to become even more vibrant in the Civic District area, with a new National Art Gallery (working title) to be completed around 2012. Minister for Information, Communications and the Arts, Dr Lee Boon Yang, announced on 13 February 2007 that Singapore will launch the Architectural Design Competition for the National Art Gallery this month for local and international architects to develop the best design concept for the new National Art Gallery.

The Art Gallery will be housed in two historically significant 20th century monuments situated in Singapore’s Civic District – City Hall and the adjacent former Supreme Court building. The Art Gallery is envisioned to be dedicated to the presentation, collection and study of Southeast Asian and Singaporean visual arts, and the examination of how the art of this region connects with developments in the rest of the international art world. Today, Southeast Asian art makes up two-thirds of Singapore’s national collection of some 7,500 pieces of artworks.

A unique opportunity to work with civic monuments of such scale and historical importance, this project will add a new dimension to the cultural and art spaces in Singapore.

Dr Balaji Sadasivan, Senior Minister-of-State for Information Communications and the Arts (MICA) and Foreign Affairs, who also chairs the Steering Committee for the National Art Gallery said, “A new National Art Gallery is timely at this juncture in Singapore’s transformation to become a global city of the arts. This architectural competition is just the first step, towards building a national institution that will be owned and valued by the community, and one in which all Singaporeans will be proud of.”

Since 1992, both buildings have been gazetted as national monuments, and are subject to preservation guidelines under the authority of the Preservation of Monuments Board. They were vacated in 2005, and have since been used occasionally, for example, in 2006 as one of the exhibition venues for the Singapore Biennale 2006 and as a registration centre for delegates of the International Monetary Fund/World Bank meetings. Architects participating in the competition will be provided with the preservation guidelines but are encouraged to develop innovative ideas.

This architectural competition is organised by MICA in association with the Singapore Institute of Architects.

The competition will be conducted in two stages. The first stage, an open ideas competition, will look for initial design ideas, and be judged on design philosophy and task appreciation. Entries at Stage I are kept anonymous and competitors’ identities will be revealed to the jury after they have been shortlisted for the second stage. Shortlisted competitors will move to Stage II, a design development competition, where they will be asked to develop their initial concepts and demonstrate the workability of their proposals against a budget. At the end of the two-stage competition, the jury will select not more than three winners, where one winner may be commissioned in end 2007 to design and build the National Art Gallery.

Extending an invitation to architects from Singapore and around the world to come forward with bold and creative ideas, Dr Balaji said, “The competition presents an exciting and unique opportunity for top talents from Singapore and around the world to not only shape the Civic District but to also steer Singapore to the forefront of global cities and define our presence as a visual arts hub.”

The competition brief for Stage I, terms and conditions will be available on the website at www.nationalartgallery.sg from 23 February 2007 onwards. The closing date for Stage I is 13 April 2007.