Shanghai competition calls for global ink art submissions

A global call for entries for the "Waterfront Reimagined in Ink" 2025 Zhujiajiao International Art Season and the 9th Zhujiajiao International Youth Ink Art Competition commenced in Zhujiajiao, a historic water town in Shanghai's Qingpu district, on Sunday.

The competition encourages young artists worldwide to explore the theme of waterfronts, blending traditional ink techniques with modern technologies like artificial intelligence.

The competition features a dual-track structure, dividing participants into two groups. The "present" group is tasked with depicting waterfront life as it exists in 2025, while the "future" group envisions a future in 2035 where technology and humanity coexist harmoniously.

Participants, aged 4-17, can submit their creations through calligraphy, ink painting, AI art or photography. They are encouraged to showcase iconic waterfronts, such as those of Shanghai's Huangpu River and Suzhou Creek, Zhujiajiao ancient town, and the Thames River. The deadline for submissions is May 25, and entries can be submitted via the official WeChat account "Charming Ink Youth".