Dear children
I want to congratulate each and every one of you for your fantastic participation in the drawing contest Our beloved Ocean!
Your creativity and imagination have shown us the beauty of the oceans and how important it is to protect them. Through your artwork, you’ve reminded us all of the need to care for marine life, and your colourful and interesting drawings reflect your deep love and commitment to our oceans.
You are able to transmit complex concepts with personality and creativity and to propose many solution scenarios with your talent. Your work and dedication have made waves that inspire us to look after our planet.
The artistic richness showcased in this collection is remarkable. The use of vibrant colours, combined with thoughtful and dynamic compositions, creates a great visual experience. The diversity of mediums enhances the emotional impact and also invites a deeper appreciation of the creative process.
Thank you for helping raise awareness about protecting the sea with your beautiful ideas! Keep nurturing your creativity and passion for the ocean, because small actions like yours can lead to big changes. We are so proud of you!”🌊🐢”
[ Judge Nivola Uya ]
Many congratulations on such a brilliant initiative and for all the professional work preparing the materials to make the judging experience so enjoyable.
It always is a great responsibility to make decisions about artworks, I hope that the contribution can help to visualize the big issues and to effectively communicate the challenges and hope in marine conservation.
It has been very enlightening to learn about the imagination, concerns and talent of young artists. I have clearly been able to see the deep knowledge and concern for marine conservation. This leads us to an encouraging future.
As an environmentalist and as an artist, it has been a double pleasure and honour. Thank you for inviting me on this exciting adventure and journey into the ocean world through the eyes of children.
Best wishes to my fellow Judges, to the organization and to all the children and their families.
Nívola Uyá (Spanish)
Artist and author. Degree in Environmental Sciences.
She creates murals, campaigns, animations, her own artwork and illustrated books. With an extensive bibliography, more than 25 published titles have been translated into over 15 languages, among them Bathing in the Forest (2020), Silence (2022) and The Soul of the Violin (2024).
She has received international awards as the Gold Medal Best Illustrator in the Moonbeam Awards USA (2023); the UNESCO Chair Seal selection, Brasil (2017); the recent Gold Medal at the IPPY Awards, as well as the prestigious Cuatrogatos Foundation Award (2023).
Her artwork has been presented and exhibited in Spain, France, Mexico, as well as in the United Arab Emirates. Her career is an inspiration and a reference in the Plastic, Visual, and Audiovisual Education textbooks for 1st year of secondary school (ESO). Ed. Aeon. Speaker at the I Design and Sustainability Conference at ESADIB 2022.
Co-founder of the Art and Nature project Trazos de Bosque. Pioneers in the Art-Nature approach, carrying out research and sharing know-how. A space for research and experimentation with traditional techniques and natural materials. Growing beauty, creativity and connection.
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