ShinHan Postcard Art Contest 2025

ShinHan Postcard Art Contest 2025

ShinHan Postcard Art Contest 2025

Deadline: May 31, 2025

Website: spac.shinhanart.com/world
Who Can Enter:
Open to young artists worldwide, ages 4 to 18.

Theme:
“Precious Day: The Most Important Moment Today”
Participants are invited to express the most meaningful part of their day through art.

Artwork Requirements:

• Size: Standard postcard size (14.7 cm x 10 cm)
• Medium: Traditional art materials such as watercolor, acrylic, or oil paints (no digital art or collage)
• Format: Horizontal or vertical postcard layout
• Each participant can submit one original piece
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Prizes:

• Grand Prize: $2,000
• Additional prizes awarded in age categories
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Why It Matters:
This global art contest nurtures young artists’ ability to express emotions and values through simple but powerful visual storytelling. By encouraging reflection on daily life, the contest helps children connect with their own feelings and find meaning in small, important moments.

My thought

Participating in the ShinHan Postcard Art Contest with my students was a truly special experience. At first, many of the children were surprised by the small size of the postcard. They were used to drawing on large sheets of paper, so working within such a tiny space felt a little strange to them.

But as we began sketching together, something magical happened. The small canvas encouraged the students to focus more deeply on the heart of their ideas. Instead of trying to fill a big space, they learned to express their thoughts clearly and simply. They explored the theme, “A Treasured Day,” by thinking about meaningful moments in their daily lives—like a fun lunchtime, a favorite book, or a hug from a parent.

We practiced making several small drawings before choosing our final pieces. This process helped the students strengthen their imagination and storytelling skills. They realized that even a tiny postcard could hold powerful emotions and important memories. Some students who were usually shy in art class found that the smaller format made them feel more confident and free.

Through this contest, we discovered that creativity is not about the size of the paper—it is about the size of the heart behind the work. Watching the students bring their treasured memories to life on paper was incredibly inspiring, and I could see how much pride they felt in their finished pieces. It was a meaningful journey of reflection, creativity, and growth for all of us.
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I am truly grateful for opportunities like the ShinHan Postcard Art Contest that allow young artists to express themselves and feel seen on an international stage. We are already excited to participate again next year.