Art Critic Awards

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Sosuke Kojima

Nagasaki, Japan　６years old

I drew as my feelings flowed.

Judge's Comment

Have you mastered calligraphy? The brush flows freely, using "Ma" (negative space) skillfully to add profound depth. Expressing purely through feeling, free of constraints, embodies a peaceful and liberated spirit—this is the essence of art.

LEAVE ME ALONE

Electra Zytka Alexis

Indonesia　16 years old

Judge's Comment

In a world filled with challenges like globalization, the information age, generative AI, war, and environmental issues, this piece captures a sense of fear around the stress and pressures of modern life. It’s a bold, straightforward work, almost as though it gives voice to today’s teenagers. The unique portrayal of hands and faces is sincere and expressive.