CNM Student Signage Design Competition
Overview
CNM invites you to showcase your creativity in an exciting design competition! We’re looking for an original, professionally-crafted, large-scale piece of branded CNM signage that will represent our community in a bold and inspiring way.
This is your chance to leave your mark on campus, celebrate your artistic talents, and connect with the vibrant spirit of CNM, Albuquerque, and/or New Mexico. This signage will be displayed on the tall column north of the SRC building, facing the quad.
The winning artist will receive a $1,000 scholarship, and two runners-up will each receive $500, courtesy of the CNM Foundation.
The timeline for this competition is as follows:
- October 7, 2024: Call for Entries (Check CNM’s website, social media, and campus bulletin boards for all the details.)
- October 7 – November 18, 2024: Submission Period (You’ll have plenty of time to craft your design and submit it.)
- November 19-21, 2024: Judging (A panel of CNM faculty, staff, and local artists will review submissions.)
- November 22, 2024: Winner Announcement (The winning design will be unveiled on CNM platforms.)
- Spring Term 2025: Installation and Unveiling Reception (Your design will be installed on campus with local media coverage and a grand unveiling!)
For any questions related to design requirements or contest rules, contact Diana Beltran-Chavarria.
Requirements
- CNM Logo: Your design must prominently feature the CNM logo (see section below).
- Design Style: All submissions must be vector-based and scalable to ensure high-quality reproduction on large signs. Use programs like Procreate, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Fresco, and Inkscape (free) to create your design.
- Theme: Reflect the dynamic culture of CNM, Albuquerque, and/or New Mexico.
- Appropriateness: The artwork should be suitable for public display and adhere to community standards (no political themes, nudity, or violence).
- No AI-Generated Art: Submissions must be created by you, not generated by AI software. We will verify all submissions are authentic with our reverse-AI detection tools and industry experts.
Submit Your Design by November 18
View the attachments below for the CNM logo, a template of the design area, and a photo of the wall. Submit your entry by November 18, 2024 using the form below.