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A little spring doodle inspired by the #holi2024 contest :) 

The Holi Mandala ContestAs the bleak mantle of winter is lifted, the world is painted in the colours of Spring. Holi, or the Festival of Colours, is a vibrant and joyous celebration of this transformation. ,Holi might be a primarily Indian celebration, but it's observed in many parts of the world in different forms. It celebrates the season of renewal and rebirth, part of the eternal cycle of the universe and life itself. It's a reminder of the unity and continuity in change. Join us in celebrating the spirit of Holi by participating with all the colours in your palette in...The Holi Mandala Contest Create a colourful mandala artwork relating to the theme of Springtime.Showcase your interpretation of the theme through your art.You will be judged on: Creativity, Harmony, Use of Colour, and Interpretation of themeRulesYour mandala must have radial symmetry or some semblance of it.Write a brief description (1-2 sentences) in the Artist's Description of your submission to explain the link between your art and the theme.You can use any medium you like as long as all stock and resources are carefully credited in the artist's comments section of your entry. Please tag your entries with the medium you've used, for e.g. #markers #watercolour #ai etc.If you are using traditional media, make sure you scan or photograph your work clearly so that it is true to the colours you've used.You can submit as many entries as you like, but only one of them may win a prize. Submissions will be classified into two broad categories for this contest: Non-AI and AI.You must mention your deviation is for this contest with a link back to this journal in the artist's comments section of your submission. Remember to include the #holi2024 hashtag.Your work should be created specifically for this contest, which means no work submitted before March 18, 2024.Submit your entry to the contest folder and leave a link in the comments below. Membership to the @Community group is required to submit to the folder. All membership requests are automatically accepted.Dates to RememberSTARTS: March 18, 2024 10:30AM PSTENDS: March 25, 2024 11:59PM PSTMeet your Judges PrizesThere will be 6 winners in total - 3 for each of the two broad categories, Non-AI and AI:1st Place x2 1500 from @team 2000 Fragments from @team Hype badge from @BeckyKidus, @phoenixleo Diamond badge from @AlexanderPaupoff Journal Feature from @Community, @Elioenai, @AlexanderPaupoff Llama from @phoenixleo, @Malintra-Shadowmoon, @AlexanderPaupoff 2nd Place x21000 from @team 1200 Fragments from @team Hype badge from @BeckyKidus, @phoenixleo Journal Feature from @Community, @Elioenai, @AlexanderPaupoff Llama from @phoenixleo, @Malintra-Shadowmoon, @AlexanderPaupoff 3rd Place x2500 from @team 900 Fragments from @team Hype badge from @BeckyKidus, @phoenixleo Journal Feature from @Community, @Elioenai, @AlexanderPaupoff Llama from @phoenixleo, @Malintra-Shadowmoon, @AlexanderPaupoff If you have any queries/doubts, please reach out in the comments below ,#community #journal #news #contest #challenge #colours #holi #dol #mandala #holi2024FAQ What is a mandala? The Sanskrit word 'mandala' means 'disc/ circle', and has various layers of symbolic significance in Eastern belief systems. Simply put, mandalas a symbol for the unity of the cosmos and of the self. It represents the harmony and balance that exists within and without, and governs our existence and the universe itself. Much like seasons, then - each distinct, yet part of an eternal cycle.Cover image credit: Canva 
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abdulrahimart's avatar

Beautifully illustrated ✨