The Nutifafa Art Competition is a national creative challenge organized by Nutata Network. It invites young Ghanaian artists to explore the theme “Rest Round About” through visual art — reflecting peace, healing, cultural pride, and identity.
Middle school students
High school students
University students
Emerging community-based artists (under age 25)
Participants may enter either through their school or independently.
No. Participation is completely free. Nutata believes access to creative opportunities should not be limited by financial barriers.
Yes. Independent submissions are welcome. Simply register through the public Google Form on our website.
No. All work must be individually created and submitted. Group or co-authored submissions are not accepted.
Date & Milestones
May 27: Registration Opens
June 3–22: Mentor Sessions & Art Creation
June 23: Final Submission Deadline
July 1: Nutifafa Day of Rest (Showcase & Awards)
Yes — registration remains open until the final submission deadline on June 23.
Register through the Google Form available on www.nutatanetwork.org and our social media pages. If you’re participating through a school, your liaison can help with the process.
One original piece of 2D visual art
File format: JPG, PNG, or PDF
Title of the work
A short artist statement (max 150 words)
Your bio and contact info
Accepted:
Drawing
Painting
Collage
Digital illustration
Mixed media
Not accepted:
Photography
Video art
AI-generated work
Collaborative pieces
Your artist statement should explain:
What inspired your piece
How it connects to the theme “Rest Round About”
What story, emotion, or message it conveys
Example (Painting):
This piece, titled “Safe Ground,” reflects my longing for peace that is not just silence but healing. The cracked ground represents my past, while the gold lines show how I’m learning to see value in my journey.
Example (Digital Art):
My work shows a figure walking through waves, wrapped in kente cloth. It represents identity as a source of rest. I want viewers to feel both movement and peace.
Include:
Your name and age
Your level (e.g., SHS 2, university student, or community artist)Your school or region
Why art matters to you
Example (Student):
I’m Nana Kwame, 16, from Presec SHS. I use painting to explore identity and storytelling. This is my first art competition.
Example (Community Artist):
My name is Esi Abena, 22, a digital artist from Kumasi. I didn’t study art formally, but it’s been my voice since childhood. I create from memory, emotion, and faith.
YourName_Title_SchoolCategory
Example: AmaMensah_HealedGround_HighSchool.png
Upload the file via the official Google Form.
No. Each participant may submit only one original artwork.
A panel of artists, educators, and mentors will score each piece based on:
Interpretation of the theme
Creativity and originality
Artistic technique
Emotional impact
Clarity of the artist statement
Total Prize Pool: GHS 4,000
First Place: GHS 1,200
Second Place: GHS 800
Third Place: GHS 600
People’s Choice Award: GHS 400
School-level winners: (6x100)GHS 600
“Rest Visionary” Award: GHS 400
Additional Recognition Includes:
Certificates of excellence
Feature in Nutata’s digital gallery
Invitations to future mentorship opportunities
Submissions will be reviewed by judges.
Finalists and selected artists will be featured in Nutata’s virtual gallery and honored during the Nutifafa Day of Rest on July 1.
This is our final event and celebration.
It includes:
Announcement of winners
Artist reflections
Guest performances
A community call to action: “What’s your wall to rebuild?”
This event will be held online and open to the public.
Yes. Shortlisted participants will receive an email by June 26.
They will also be invited to submit an optional short video pitch explaining their work.
Your school liaison may assist with your registration and submission. Nutata will also help manage group submissions to ensure everyone has access.
We welcome creatives, educators, and professionals who are passionate about transformation through art. Fill out the interest form on our website or email info@nutatanetwork.org to get involved.
