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Ecryate Eco Art Contest: Calling All Eco-Conscious Artists in Montreal 🌻

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The Ecryate EcoArt Contest is a one-of-a-kind event that brings together artists, sustainability leaders, and community members to explore the power of creativity in addressing environmental challenges 🌏.

Come discover sustainable art! Join us for an afternoon of live artist pitches, inspiring panel talks, a pop-up exhibition & eco-art market. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow creatives, innovators, and changemakers who are redefining future through conscious creation ✨.

🌱 About Ecryate

Ecryate is a social innovation startup incubated at District 3, Concordia University. We’re reimagining art, design, and creative education for a more sustainable future. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok @Ecryate for hands-on workshops, community events, and everything sustainable art 🌻.


📣 Call for Submissions:

Are you an artist creating with sustainable, non-toxic, or recycled materials? Do you want to share your vision and inspire a movement? Whether you’re a painter, sculptor, or mixed media creator — this is your chance to showcase your works and spark conversations about sustainability through art ✨.

Apply to pitch and exhibit your works at the Ecryate Eco Art Contest before August 26, 11:59 PM (EDT). We welcome creatives of all backgrounds!

🏆 5 Finalists Will Get:

  • A chance to pitch your work live to a pro jury and an engaged audience

  • 1-2 hours of free pitch coaching before the event

  • An opportunity to exhibit and sell your works during the event at District 3

  • Get the best value — keep 95% of sales revenue retained

  • Featured spotlights on Ecryate’s social media to increase your reach and grow your impact

🥇 2 Winners Will Receive:

  • Jury’s Choice Award + People’s Choice Award

  • A digital certificate of recognition

  • An opportunity to exhibit and sell 5 pieces of artworks at District 3, for an extended period

👩‍🎨 How to Participate:

1⃣️ Register here as Artist Contestant by August 26, 11:59 PM (EDT).

2⃣️ Submit your application (in English or French) by email to info@ecryate.com by August 26, 11:59 PM (EDT).
Please include the following materials:

  • A PDF or Word document presenting one original artwork

  • A written description of the concept and message behind your artwork (max 500 words)

  • A short artist bio (max 250 words)

  • A portfolio showcasing your broader body of works (as a link or an attachment)

🧩 Judging Criteria: Here

🤠 Social Media Boost (optional): Tag @Ecryate and #Ecryate on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and/or TikTok to increase your reach and support the sustainable art movement!

📝 Important Notes:

  • Finalists will be selected by the jury and invited to pitch their works at District 3 (in downtown Montreal), on September 6. In-person attendance is required.

  • Pitch format: 4-minute live pitch, followed by a 5-minute Q&A

  • Not selected as finalists? You're warmly invited to join the event for free!

Disclaimer: Participation does not guarantee any artwork sales. Sales depend on buyer interest and external factors.

🌱 Let your impact grow though art.
📍 600-1250 Guy Street, Montreal
📩 RSVP now – Limited spots available. Registration for Artist Contestants and Audiences will close on August 26, 11:59 PM (EDT).

Location
600-1250 Rue Guy
Montréal, QC H3H 2L3, Canada