Awards

Entry Description: "'The Human Circles' explores the isolation of the soul within the complex web of existence. The stark contrast between the vast void and intricate patterns evokes a deep sense of cosmic emptiness."

Entry Description: "A pilgrim journeys under the vast, melting clock of time. This piece explores the emptiness of human existence against the infinite, overwhelming dominion of temporal reality."

Entry Description: "My artistic practice is deeply rooted in the mastery of traditional East Asian ink on paper — a medium that demands both precision and spontaneity.  In this artwork I embrace the fluidity and unpredictable nature of ink itself, allowing it to bleed and coalesce into visions that exist in a suspended, dream-like state.  My work bridges a centuries-old discipline with a personal, modern consciousness." 

Curator's review: "Tran's work reflects a confident artistic voice and a strong commitment to the idea."

Entry Description: "'The Pilgrim and the Total Dominion of Time' merges Surrealism with traditional East Asian ink. A lone figure traverses a vast void beneath a melting clock, symbolizing the human spirit’s fragile journey through the overwhelming eternity of time." 

Entry Description: "...a small moment of resilience within nature’s grand scale—a gentle reminder of the silent strength it takes to keep moving forward."

Announcement: "27 artists from 11 countries won prizes under various categories. 12 artists all over the world are awarded with Cash Prize."

Announcement: "The gallery received 660 entries from 31 different countries around the world, as well as from 34 different states and the District of Columbia."

Entry Description: "'The Reach' is a visual metaphor for unity. Against a starkly divided backdrop, two hands extend across the void—bridging racial, political, and social chasms. It captures the fragile yet powerful moment where difference dissolves into a peceful, shared humanity."

Entry Description: "The visual juxtaposition subtly yet powerfully evokes the images of difference and division, particularly the racial and cultural boundaries we frequently navigate."

Entry Description: "'The Reach' is a visual metaphor for unity. Against a starkly divided backdrop, two hands extend across the void—bridging racial, political, and social chasms. It captures the fragile yet powerful moment where difference dissolves into a peceful, shared humanity."