Kenwyn House 170th Anniversary Painting Competition
"A Glimpse of Heritage: 170 years of Kenwyn House "
Introduction
For 170 years, Kenwyn House has stood as an architectural gem and a symbol of Seychelles' rich history. From its elegant colonial design to the stories it holds within its walls, this landmark has witnessed the passage of time, evolving yet remaining a cherished piece of our cultural identity.
In this painting competition, we invite you to explore Kenwyn House’s heritage through your artistic lens. Whether you choose to depict its grandeur, imagine its past, or reimagine it through a modern perspective, we encourage creativity, originality, and personal interpretation.
Your artwork could be a realistic representation, a whimsical reimagination, or even an abstract expression of what Kenwyn House means to you. Think about its history, architecture, surroundings, or the emotions it evokes—we want to see how you bring Kenwyn House to life through art!
Let your brush tell the story of 170 years of heritage and leave your own artistic mark on this timeless icon.
Categories :
The competition is open to amateur artists in the following categories:
- Young Palettes: (Ages 10 – 15)
- Teenage Brushstrokes: (Ages 16 – 20)
- Seasoned Canvases: (Ages 21+)
Criteria:
Artwork must reflect the theme "A Glimpse of Heritage – 170 Years of Kenwyn House."
Each participant may submit only ONE artwork.
Medium: Open to all traditional painting mediums (including watercolour, acrylic, oil paint, gouache, or mixed media)
Originality: The artwork must be original and created by the participant—no AI-generated, digital, or copied work will be accepted.
Submission Deadline: All entries must be submitted by 4th of April.
Labelling: Each artwork must be signed and have the artist’s full name, age, and title of the artwork written on the back.
Participants must submit their artwork with their application form at Kenwyn house Art Gallery no later than the 4th of April 2025, 4pm. Late submissions will not be considered.
A prize giving ceremony will be organized to award the winners.
For any inquiries please email at n.rosalie@grankaz.sc or call 2668800
Click on Application form to download: