Background
The pandemic has brought a “new normal” to parenting in Hong Kong since its inception in 2020.  With class suspension in place, conflicts among parents and their children emerged. We do believe more of the importance of art and education in this difficult time. Pottery is the perfect medium for parents and children to create arts, whilst alleviating stress in the process of communication, coordination and experiencing the flexible nature of the clay. Kindergarten students can enjoy the fun of pottery making under the guidance and supervision of parents.

Objectives
In the search of local talents and future artists, families are welcomed to join the competition by creating pottery pieces guided by the theme “My Treasure”.  This competition also aims to promote parent-child communication and cooperation through the fun of pottery-making. Meanwhile, to gather strength and inherit Chinese traditional culture, committed to promoting the development of children’s art education in Hong Kong.

Theme of the competition: “My Treasure”
There are many precious treasures hidden in the heart of the child. It could be a doll, a water cup, a sleeping blanket, etc… Guided by the theme “My Treasure”, participants of this competition will be given a chance to explore their own definition of “treasure” through pottery art creation.  The time that parents and children get together to create their pottery pieces, and the pottery art they create together will become their unique treasure for life.

Entry Groups
Junior group: PN and K1 students
Senior group: K2, K3 students and K3 graduates

Entry Fees (including pottery kit)
HKD $100 / $250

HKD $100 Entry Fees Including:
– Air-dry pottery clay x1
– Acrylic paints 12 pieces
– 10ml of varnish

HKD $250 Entry Fees Including:
– Air-dry pottery clay x1
– Acrylic paints 12 pieces
– Painting brush x2
– Wooden tools set x1
– Board x1
– 10ml of varnish

Competition format
• Parents and children create pottery pieces that fit the theme together.
• Entries can only be created with the raw materials provided by the organizer.
• The diameter of the size (length, width, height) of the pottery work must not exceed 13 cm.
• Participants need to keep the actual works. It is reserved for final judgment.
• If the participants want to re-create a pottery art work, please contact the organizer to purchase a new set of pottery kit.

Apply method
Registered by the school.

Deadline for Entry Submission
31 October 2021 (Sunday) The deadline will be extended to 15 November 2021(Monday).
The school needs to gather pottery works photos from participants.

Awards Presentation Ceremony
Date: December 18, 2021 (Saturday)
Time: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Venue: 7/F, Fortune Metropolis, Hung Hom

Awards

• One (1) winner for Champion, First Runner-up and Second-up will be awarded respectively in each category. All winners will be awarded a trophy and a certificate.
• Ten (10) Commendation Award winners will be chosen in each category. Awardees will receive a medal and a certificate each.
• The most talented award winners will be admitted to the “Pottery Talent Training Programme”. Details regarding the programme will be announced later.
• Participation Award will be given to the winning schools in the ranking of Gold, Silver and Bronze awards (One school winner for each rank).
• All participants will be given a participation certificate.
• Excellent works have the opportunity to participate in future exhibition.

Preliminary Judges

• Ms. MAN Sze Wing Jessica, Principal of Po Leung Kuk Lam Man Chan English Primary School
• Ms. Renee NG, Senior Editor-in-Chief of Eugene International Limited
• Ms. SHUM Man-ling, Chairman of Yuen Long Kindergarten Heads Association; Principal of CUHKFAA Chan Chun Ha Kindergarten and CUHKFAA Shun Lung Yan Chak Kindergarten
• Ms. CHAN Mang-yi Vincci, Chairman of Tuen Mun District Kindergarten Heads Association; Principal of Tin King Estate Baptist Lui Kwok Pat Fong Kindergarten
• Ms. WONG Sheung-ping, Principal of Topkids International Kindergarten and Mink Anglo-Chinese Kindergarten
• Ms. SO Wai-ling, Principal of Creative Kindergarten (Kowloon Tong Main Campus, Tsing Yi)
• Ms. AU Fung-shan, Principal of Creative Kindergarten (Tuen Mun, Aegean Coast)
• Ms. Maggie CHAN, Practicum Manager of Yew Chung College of Early Childhood Education

Finals Judges

• Mr. SZE Chun-fai Jeff, Political Assistant to Secretary for Education
• Dr. LAM Man-kit Dominic , Chairman of World Eye Organization, renowned ophthalmologist and artist
• Mr. TING Kin-wa , President of G.H.M.Greater Bay Area Early Childhood Education Association, President of Association of Hong Kong Kindergarten Education Professional Exchange; Former Kowloon City District Council Members
• Ms. Amelia LEE, MH, Associate Dean (Programme Development) and Head of Early Childhood and Elementary Education at Hong Kong Baptist University, School of Continuing Education
• Mr. YAU Siu-hung, Kelvin, MH, Chairman of New Territories School Heads Association, President of Hong Kong Teachers’ Association, Principal of Yan Chai Hospital Wong Wha San Secondary School