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WHO ARE THE "I MADONNARI"? |
The Madonnari or Madonna painters go back to the 1500’s, when traveling
folk artists, using brightly-colored chalks, would copy paintings of the Madonna by Raphael,
Michelangelo and other Masters onto the pavement of sidewalks or public squares in Italy.
This creative and unique art form, also simply known as "street painting" began an artistic
tradition that experienced a rebirth in the mid 1970’s and is now found throughout the world.
Today, I Madonnari festivals are held annually in Europe, Africa and the United States.
This Competition brings this Renaissance tradition to Houston area high school students.
Although Madonna images are still popular, today’s subjects range from traditional master-style
works to modern images where the sky (or, more appropriately, the sidewalk) is the limit. |
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Location: University of St. Thomas - 3800 Montrose Blvd, Houston, TX 77006
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2008
Time: Competition begins at 8:00am. Judging will take place at 4:00pm with winner announced at 5:00pm.
Application: To apply, the artist must be a sophomore or junior in high school during
Spring, 2008. Applications are due no later than September 5th with an application fee of $40.
Early Bird applications pay only $25 if application and fee are received by May 16, 2008. Limited Spaces Available - Apply Early!
Competition: Each artist will be given a 3’x 3’ square sidewalk space and art supplies.
The artist will create his/her work using the chalk supplied. Each artist will be given 8 hours
to complete their square.
Prizes: The top three finalists will each receive a $200 cash prize and the University of
St. Thomas will offer a scholarship to any winner who is admitted and enrolls at the University of
St. Thomas - a $1,000 annual scholarship provided for up to four years.
The three finalists will then go on to compete on Saturday, October 11th at the 30th Festa Italiana
for a chance to win an additional $300 cash grand prize.
Admission: Event is free and open to the public to view the art. | |
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| 2007 Finalist - Eric Ruiz |
2007 Finalist - Hung Pham |
2007 Finalist - Jessica Flores |
| Pasadena High School |
Clear Creek High School |
KIPP High School |
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Location: The 30th Festa Italiana on the grounds of the Houston Farm and Ranch Club, One Abercrombie Drive,
Houston 77084
Date: Saturday, October 11, 2008
Time: Competition begins at 11:00am. Judging will take place at 4:00pm with winner announced at 5:00pm.
Application: The top three finalists from the first round of competition, which was held in September, will
compete.
Competition: Each artist will be given a 3’x 3’ square sidewalk space and art supplies.
The artist will create his/her work using the chalk supplied. All artwork must be appropriate for public,
family viewing and no commercial messaging (logos, slogans, etc.) are allowed. Each artist will be given 5 hours to complete
their square.
Prizes: The winner will receive a $300 cash grand prize.
Admission: The three finalists will each receive 3 complimentary admission passes to the 30th Festa Italiana.
General Admission to the event is $6 per adult and children under 12 are free.
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| 2007 Finalist - Eric Ruiz |
2007 Finalist - Hung Pham |
2007 Finalist - Jessica Flores |
| Pasadena High School |
Clear Creek High School |
KIPP High School |
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GRAND PRIZE WINNER |
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