The 2023 "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreigners across the Globe—Calligraphy and Painting Challenge has been officially announced.

This competition invites painting, calligraphy, and Chinese language enthusiasts from all around the world to partake in this exciting event.

Participants are encouraged to submit their creative themes for the contest, with the theme selection process being determined through public nominations.

If you're interested in participating, feel free to submit the theme that you believe fits best with the requirements of the competition.

Here are the requirements:

Who can apply

The call for creative themes for the Calligraphy and Painting Challenge is open to any Chinese language enthusiasts worldwide, with no restrictions on age or nationality.

Submissions Dates

Submissions will be accepted from June 15, 2023, to 12:00 PM on June 30, 2023 (Beijing Time).

Announcement Date

The selected theme for the Calligraphy and Painting Challenge will be announced on July 1, 2023, which also marks the official start date of the submission period for works under the selected theme.

Submission Methods

Participants can send their theme and related information tochinesebridge@chineseplus.net. "Chinese Bridge" also accepts direct messages on its official account on Facebook, Instagram, WeChat, and Weibo.

Extra requirements

The theme should reflect your personality and creativity while also engaging a wider audience and participants.

The theme should be related to the art of painting and calligraphy, with no restrictions on subject matter, style, or form. It should showcase the charm of painting and calligraphy art in innovative and diverse ways.

The theme should be in line with contemporary society, cultural background, and reflect the spirit of the times and values.

If you are interested in participating in this Calligraphy and Painting Challenge, please follow the steps below to submit your creative theme:

1.Include "Call for Calligraphy and Painting Challenge Themes" in the subject of your email.

2.In the body of your email, briefly introduce your proposed theme, explaining its relevance to art of painting and calligraphy and why it is suitable for this challenge.

3.Attach your personal information (name, contact details, etc.) so that we can better reach you.

After receiving your submissions, we will evaluate them and announce the selected creative themes on the official website of the "Chinese Bridge" Calligraphy and Painting Challenge.

Thank you for your support and participation!