Overview
Rangoli, Kolam, Alpana, Muggulu, the name of this epemeral art differs by language, but they essentially played the same role.
These mystical patterns had different names in different languages, but they essential played the same role. It is called Kolam in Tamil Nadu, Rangoli in Kannada, Marathi & Hindi , Alpana in Bengali and Muggulu in Telugu.
These Kolams | Rangoli | Muggulu | Alpana changed everyday - they are the same.
They change with days of the week or time of the day, they change with seasons and occasions, they change with placement - inside or outside the home. They change from celebration to celebration & they also make everyday a celebration!
Whatever they be, they are energy mandalas that bestow positivity within the home and bestow immense mental and physical health benefits on the practitioners. The Kolams are energy orbits that are known to protect the house and also reputed to invite wealth and well being into a home.
The Kolam competition is a tribute to the timeless, ephemeral, centuries old mystical art of Kolam.
Why Participate ?
- Win fabulous prizes - in cash and kind!
- Showcase your Rangoli | Kolam Skills to a global audience
- Compete with the best from across the world
- Get mentored by world class Jury
Prizes
1) Cash prize
2) Winners certificate
3) Participate in Kolam Exhibition
4) Personal Profile on Aarts Maestro
Guidelines & Requirements
ELIGIBILITY :
1) The Traditional Kolam Competition is Open to Indians from Across the globe - residents as well as Non Residents
2) The competition is open to adults only : 18 years
3) While Women are predominant participants, male participation is both welcome and encouraged
4) The Kolam can be a traditional Padi Kolam, Pulli Kolam or Sikku Kolam or freehand rangoli. Please choose from the correct drop down menu while uploading your pics
5) Depending on your proficiency, Participants can either participate in beginner, intermediate or expert levels
6) There will be 5 Prizes in Each category, of varying value
7) Each Participant has to submit 2 entries
How to submit entries
- A clear colour photograph of the Kolams, with good clarity has to be submitted
- Along with a time lapse video of upto 2 minutes has to be uploaded in the following format
- Participant has to show themself into camera, with a full face and body view
- Participant has to draw the kolam and film in time lapse mode ( can be on the mobile )
- Total length of the Video will be 2 minutes only
- The Kolam being filmed in the video has to be the one that is submitted
- The face and body of the participant making the kolam has to be visible throughout the 2 minute duration of the video
Terms & Conditions
- Competition Fee : 349 Rupees. No refunds will be provided once the fee is paid
- The decision of the judges is final and binding on all participants and no further questions on the same shall be entertained
- File Formats : JPG, JPEG, PNG with maximum size of 5 MB for each photograph
- Winners will be required to furnish government approved proof of identity & residence & as a precaution to prevent fraud, may also be asked to open bank accounts to receive prizes. Local tax rules as applicable for cash prizes. Declaring and paying taxes is the participants responsibility.
Awards & Prizes
- Cash Prize : Rs. 5000
- Winner eCertificate
- Aarts Maestro Portfolio
- Artwork Showcase
- Cash Prize : Rs. 3000
- Winner eCertificate
- Aarts Maestro Portfolio
- Artwork Showcase
- Cash Prize : Rs. 2000
- Winner eCertificate
- Aarts Maestro Portfolio
- Artwork Showcase
- For all Participants : eCertificate | Aarts Maestro Portfolio | Artwork Showcase for shortlisted entries
Jury Information
Key Dates & Timeline
* All timelines are at the sole discretion of the organizer and are liable to change with no prior notice
How to Enroll
1) Sign Up with the Aarts Maestro platform
2) Register for the Competition and pay the fee
3) Submit your entries on or before the 15th N 2022
4) Please Note: Upon clicking the publish button, your photos are sent to the jury panel for evaluation
6) Please be sure these are the photos you would like to enter for the competition. This step cannot be undone once you publish
Terms & Conditions
Parental Consent : Registration of the minor for the competition is with full parental consent, as granted during the profile creation process.
Limited Grant of Rights: Aarts Maestro respects the creator's copyright to their work and the same shall remain vested with the creator of the image. By entering into the competition, you grant the platform Aarts Maestro, the organiser / sponsor of the competition, their licensees and designees, the worldwide, irrevocable, perpetual, royalty-free right to use the entry in the platform / sponsor / organizers print, electronic and web communications, on digital assets, products or any merchandise, and in ads promoting future competitions, without further permission, compensation, or notification. You further agree that the said platform / organizer / sponsor shall have the right, but not the obligation, to use your name and /or photograph for the same purposes.
Participant Agreement : Participants hereby understand & agree that the participant data will be shared with the organizer. Participants understand this is a necessary process for jurorship and also to shortlist entries for prizes and award prizes. Participants also agree to receive communication from the organizers on a regular basis with respect to the competition.
For any help, contact us: info@pratimaarts.com | +91 7829392392 | +91 7829391391 ( Support time : 10 am to 6 pm )
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CompletedOverview
Rangoli, Kolam, Alpana, Muggulu, the name of this epemeral art differs by language, but they essentially played the same role.
These mystical patterns had different names in different languages, but they essential played the same role. It is called Kolam in Tamil Nadu, Rangoli in Kannada, Marathi & Hindi , Alpana in Bengali and Muggulu in Telugu.
These Kolams | Rangoli | Muggulu | Alpana changed everyday - they are the same.
They change with days of the week or time of the day, they change with seasons and occasions, they change with placement - inside or outside the home. They change from celebration to celebration & they also make everyday a celebration!
Whatever they be, they are energy mandalas that bestow positivity within the home and bestow immense mental and physical health benefits on the practitioners. The Kolams are energy orbits that are known to protect the house and also reputed to invite wealth and well being into a home.
The Kolam competition is a tribute to the timeless, ephemeral, centuries old mystical art of Kolam.
Why Participate ?
- Win fabulous prizes - in cash and kind!
- Showcase your Rangoli | Kolam Skills to a global audience
- Compete with the best from across the world
- Get mentored by world class Jury
Prizes
1) Cash prize
2) Winners certificate
3) Participate in Kolam Exhibition
4) Personal Profile on Aarts Maestro
Guidelines & Requirements
ELIGIBILITY :
1) The Traditional Kolam Competition is Open to Indians from Across the globe - residents as well as Non Residents
2) The competition is open to adults only : 18 years
3) While Women are predominant participants, male participation is both welcome and encouraged
4) The Kolam can be a traditional Padi Kolam, Pulli Kolam or Sikku Kolam or freehand rangoli. Please choose from the correct drop down menu while uploading your pics
5) Depending on your proficiency, Participants can either participate in beginner, intermediate or expert levels
6) There will be 5 Prizes in Each category, of varying value
7) Each Participant has to submit 2 entries
How to submit entries
- A clear colour photograph of the Kolams, with good clarity has to be submitted
- Along with a time lapse video of upto 2 minutes has to be uploaded in the following format
- Participant has to show themself into camera, with a full face and body view
- Participant has to draw the kolam and film in time lapse mode ( can be on the mobile )
- Total length of the Video will be 2 minutes only
- The Kolam being filmed in the video has to be the one that is submitted
- The face and body of the participant making the kolam has to be visible throughout the 2 minute duration of the video
Terms & Conditions
- Competition Fee : 349 Rupees. No refunds will be provided once the fee is paid
- The decision of the judges is final and binding on all participants and no further questions on the same shall be entertained
- File Formats : JPG, JPEG, PNG with maximum size of 5 MB for each photograph
- Winners will be required to furnish government approved proof of identity & residence & as a precaution to prevent fraud, may also be asked to open bank accounts to receive prizes. Local tax rules as applicable for cash prizes. Declaring and paying taxes is the participants responsibility.
Awards & Prizes
- Cash Prize : Rs. 5000
- Winner eCertificate
- Aarts Maestro Portfolio
- Artwork Showcase
- Cash Prize : Rs. 3000
- Winner eCertificate
- Aarts Maestro Portfolio
- Artwork Showcase
- Cash Prize : Rs. 2000
- Winner eCertificate
- Aarts Maestro Portfolio
- Artwork Showcase
- For all Participants : eCertificate | Aarts Maestro Portfolio | Artwork Showcase for shortlisted entries
Jury Information
Key Dates & Timeline
* All timelines are at the sole discretion of the organizer and are liable to change with no prior notice
How to Enroll
1) Sign Up with the Aarts Maestro platform
2) Register for the Competition and pay the fee
3) Submit your entries on or before the 15th N 2022
4) Please Note: Upon clicking the publish button, your photos are sent to the jury panel for evaluation
6) Please be sure these are the photos you would like to enter for the competition. This step cannot be undone once you publish
Terms & Conditions
Parental Consent : Registration of the minor for the competition is with full parental consent, as granted during the profile creation process.
Limited Grant of Rights: Aarts Maestro respects the creator's copyright to their work and the same shall remain vested with the creator of the image. By entering into the competition, you grant the platform Aarts Maestro, the organiser / sponsor of the competition, their licensees and designees, the worldwide, irrevocable, perpetual, royalty-free right to use the entry in the platform / sponsor / organizers print, electronic and web communications, on digital assets, products or any merchandise, and in ads promoting future competitions, without further permission, compensation, or notification. You further agree that the said platform / organizer / sponsor shall have the right, but not the obligation, to use your name and /or photograph for the same purposes.
Participant Agreement : Participants hereby understand & agree that the participant data will be shared with the organizer. Participants understand this is a necessary process for jurorship and also to shortlist entries for prizes and award prizes. Participants also agree to receive communication from the organizers on a regular basis with respect to the competition.
For any help, contact us: info@pratimaarts.com | +91 7829392392 | +91 7829391391 ( Support time : 10 am to 6 pm )
Global Big Cats Photography Competition 2025 - Award Ceremony Highlights
Trusted by leading Partners & Organizations
Supported by