Phnom Penh Design Festival

2024 Phnom Penh Design Festival | October 18-19, 2024

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PPUA is thrilled to host the inaugural Phnom Penh Design Festival, which will take place on October 18 and 19, 2024 at the Phnom Penh University of the Arts.

We invite all students, professionals, and businesses in the design industry to join us in celebrating the field of design in Cambodia. This festival aims to showcase innovation, creativity, and the transformative power of design across various disciplines, including architecture and interior design, fashion design, visual communications, and more.

This Year’s Theme

“Enlightened Expression: The Intersection of Philosophy, Art, and Society” demonstrates how design can encapsulate profound thought, creativity, and the power to transform the world.

From Banksy’s street art and Stella McCartney’s sustainable fashion to Hella Jongerius’ UN North Delegates’ Lounge design and Zaha Hadid’s architectural masterpieces, these works reflect the artists’ values, beliefs, and dedication to improving our surroundings.

This is an opportunity to create art that goes beyond visual appeal, and to convey a deeper message in your work. Let your designs reflect your values and beliefs, demonstrating how art can inspire change in individuals, communities, and society at large.

The festival will include design exhibitions, workshops, panel discussions, networking events, a student marketplace, and more.

CLICK HERE for more information on how to participate in the festival.

Terms & Conditions | Phnom Penh Design Festival 2024

==ELIGIBILITY==

Students – all currently enrolled university students.
Professionals – all independent artists and individuals working in a design-related field.

*All submitted artwork must be the original creation of the applicant.
*Students who wish to participate in the Student Marketplace event MUST also submit an artwork for the exhibition.

==SUBMISSION GUIDELINES==

1. One Work of Art:

Architecture/Interior Design: One 3D model, minimum 30x30cm to maximum 50x50cm.
Fashion Design: One wearable artwork (e.g. clothing, accessories, bags, scarves, etc.)
Visual Communications Design: One print at 300 DPI, minimum size A3 to maximum A1

*If selected, artists must provide any materials required to display their artwork.

2. Artist Statement:

Provide a brief statement (300-500 words) explaining how your work reflects the festival theme. Please include title, medium if necessary, and year of creation.

==ARTWORK SUBMISSION DEADLINE==

All artwork must be delivered to the festival venue by September 30, 2024.

Applicants are responsible for the transportation of their artwork.

==SELECTION PROCESS==

Due to limited space, there will be a selection process for artwork displayed at the festival’s exhibition.

The festival committee will carefully review all submissions and select the pieces that best fit the theme
and objectives of the event.

Artists whose works are selected will be contacted via the contact information provided on the application form on October 4, 2024 with further instructions and details. We appreciate your patience and encourage all participants to showcase their creativity and unique perspectives in their
submissions.

==STUDENT MARKETPLACE ARTWORK DEADLINE==

For those who wish to participate in the Student Marketplace, please ensure that your artistic goods and merchandise are delivered to the festival venue by October 5th, 2024. We reserve the right to deny
any goods that do not meet this deadline.

The festival committee reserves the right to reject any products that are deemed inappropriate.

==DISPLAY AND CARE==

PPDF organizers do not take responsibility for any damage or loss of artworks during the exhibition.

Applicants must handle their own artwork during the event and during the setup process.

Applicant must make a list of their asset in order to store their artwork in the storage room.

==SALES AND COMMISSIONS (FOR STUDENT MARKETPLACE ONLY)==

There will be a 10% commission on all goods sold in the Student Marketplace. This will help to fund future festivals and workshops.

==COPYRIGHT AND REPRODUCTION==
Artists retain copyright of their submitted artworks.

By submitting artwork, artists grant PPDF organizers the right to use images of their artworks for
promotional purposes.

==AGREEMENT==
By submitting an application, the artist agrees to abide by these terms and conditions.

PPDF organizers reserve the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time.