2024 WFF Merchandise Design Competition

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About WFF Merchandise Design Competition

This unique opportunity invites artists and studios worldwide to contribute to the visual identity of an event dedicated to “Good food for all, today and tomorrow.”

Join the WFF in showcasing your talent globally and inspiring positive change in agrifood systems.

 

• Sponsor Organisation: The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

Benefits of WFF Merchandise Design Competition

Winners will benefit from the design competition as follows:

 

• Invitation to the World Food Forum flagship event in Rome, Italy, in October 2024
• Exposure through FAO/WFF channels and possible collaboration opportunities
• Designs featured on over 30,000 pieces of merchandise distributed during the flagship event week

WFF Merchandise Design Competition Requirments

Submission is open to the following people:

• Individual artists and artists within a studio must be up to 35 years old
• Open to local studios and individual artists from around the world
• Designs must not contain elements of racism, pornography, discrimination, or violence
• Adherence to copyright laws is crucial

What to submit

Up to three design variations with the following criteria:

• High-resolution files in commonly used formats (e.g., PDF, PNG, or high-quality JPEG)
• Brief artist statement or studio profile explaining alignment with the theme
• Design Format:
  • Designs/illustrations should suit multiple merchandise types, including cotton tote bags, aluminum bottles, cotton T-shirts, notebooks, customized pins, and lanyards.
  • Ensure designs are versatile and visually appealing across various materials.
• Color Palette:
  • The design primarily uses a neutral, white background (hex code #ffffff) to integrate seamlessly with the
  • Utilize the World Food Forum official color palette (blue: #5792ca, green: #156b51, yellow: #fbb800, red: e94f2b, pink: #ff8686, black: #1f1f1f).

Selection Process

Judging criteria include creativity, alignment with the theme, and adaptability to various merchandise.

Application Date and Process

• Submit designs to the submission email below:
• Provide clear contact details for submissions and inquiries (Name and email)

Submission Email: [email protected]

 

Application Deadline

14 April, 2024

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