Theme

❄️ THEME: Festivals of Winter ❄️

Paper size: A3/Quarter Imperial (297mm x 420mm to 279mm X 420mm)

Materials to be used: Oil Pastels / Water Colour / Colour Pencils / Poster Colours / Wax Crayons

Students can choose any One Theme from options below to create their masterpiece.
Regardless of grade, anyone can choose any theme.

Here are some age-appropriate ideas for the international winter painting competition based on the theme “Festivals of Winter.”
These are suggestions — participants are free to create their own interpretations to express creativity.

Festivals of Winter Group A

🎨 Group A (Kindergarten – Below 1st Grade)

Focus: Simple Shapes, Bright Colors, and Personal Joy.

  • My Shiny Festival Star: Decorate a bright star with dots or glitter.
  • Handprint Menorah: Use handprints to form the base and add fiery flames.
  • A Pile of Presents: Colorful gift boxes with scribbled bows.
  • Festival Lantern: Big yellow lantern with a smiley face on dark blue.

🌟 Group B (Grade/Class 1st & 2nd)

Focus: Basic Storytelling and Simple Symbols.

  • The Happy Diya: Diyas glowing against the night sky.
  • Dreidel Dance: Colorful dreidel spinning joyfully.
  • Decorating the Tree: Christmas tree with ornaments and a star.
  • Winter Feast: Family table scene with festive foods.
Festivals of Winter Group B
Festivals of Winter Group C

🎆 Group C (Grade/Class 3rd, 4th & 5th)

Focus: Cultural Details, Scenes, and Beginning Composition.

  • Dragon's Head: Vibrant Chinese New Year dragon close-up.
  • Lighting the Candles: Hands lighting a Menorah or Kinara.
  • My Favorite Festival Food: Still life of traditional food.
  • Festival in the Snow: Snowy scene with cultural symbols.

🔥 Group D (Grade/Class 6th to 8th)

Focus: Atmosphere, Emotion, and More Complex Scenes.

  • The Night Market: Lunar New Year market under twilight.
  • The Reflection of Light: Festive reflections in windows.
  • The Community Bonfire: Lohri or Solstice night bonfire.
  • A Symbol of Peace: Meaningful object from any festival.
Festivals of Winter Group D
Festivals of Winter Group E

🌌 Group E (Grade/Class 9th to 12th)

Focus: Conceptual Ideas, Technical Skill, and Personal Interpretation.

  • Hands of Tradition: Realistic ritual scenes.
  • The Fusion of Cultures: Combine winter festivals artistically.
  • Metamorphosis of Light: Abstract art of light overcoming darkness.
  • The Quiet Moment Amidst the Noise: Contrast celebration vs reflection.
  • Windows of the World: Panels showing diverse global celebrations.

🌠 Each group has endless opportunities to express their creativity through the wonders of winter festivals. Good luck to all participants!

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