We invite Deaf artists of all ages to create an artwork that captures what NZSL means to you. The winning design will inspire the official merchandise for next year’s 20th-anniversary celebrations!
🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨
We’re thrilled to announce a partnership with @specialgiftsnz, who are proudly contributing towards a $500 prize to the winning Deaf artist!
Competition Details
📅 Competition Opens: 6 April 2025
📅 Deadline: 9 a.m., Monday, 22 September 2025 (during the International Week of Deaf People)
🎨 Theme: What does NZSL mean to you? Express it through your art!
📝 Submission Details: Along with your artwork, include a short description (100–200 words) explaining your design and how it represents NZSL.
Accepted Art Formats
✅ Digital Art (e.g. Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Procreate)
✅ Traditional Art (e.g. paintings, drawings, mixed media) – must be scanned or photographed in high resolution
✅ Vector Art is highly recommended for merchandise printing (if possible)
File Format Requirements
- Digital Art: PNG, JPEG, PDF (minimum 300 DPI resolution)
- Traditional Art: High-resolution scanned or photographed image (minimum 300 DPI)
- Vector Art: AI, EPS, or SVG files (preferred for printing)
Who Can Enter?
This competition is open to Deaf people of all ages who use NZSL.
📩 Submit your artwork or ask questions: Email nzsl@deaf.org.nz
NZSL is our language, our culture, and our right. Let’s honour and celebrate it together! Spread the word, get creative, and be part of history! 🙌