Selection Criteria:

In the Best Mural Project, We aim to reward murals that stand out for their artistic quality, original proposal, and ability to create a visual impact. Our team of muralism experts will evaluate each piece based on the following criteria:

1. Intervention Size:
   The minimum size of the intervention should be 35 square meters, ensuring a visual and meaningful presence in the environment.
2. Visual Impact:
   The overall impression of the mural and its ability to attract and captivate the viewer through its design, color scheme, and composition.
3. Originality and Creativity:
   The uniqueness and innovation in the thematic, conceptual, and stylistic approach of the mural.
4. Technique and Skill:
   The technical prowess and impeccable execution of the mural, including mastery of the medium and precision in applying details.
5. Cultural or Social Relevance:
   The mural’s connection to its surroundings and its ability to address relevant themes for the local or global community.
6. Narrative or Message:
   The clarity and depth of the message conveyed by the mural, as well as its ability to tell a story or evoke emotions.
7. Integration with the Environment:
   The harmony of the mural with its urban environment, considering its architectural, cultural, and social context.
8. Community Impact:
   The mural’s influence on the local community, including its ability to inspire pride, promote dialogue, and enrich social fabric.
9. Longevity and Maintenance:
   The durability of the mural and its ability to withstand the test of time and weather conditions, as well as its proper maintenance.
10. Artist Involvement:
    The level of the artist’s participation in the mural creation process and their commitment to the local community.
11. Innovation and Experimentation:
    The exploration of new techniques, materials, or approaches in mural creation, as well as its ability to challenge established artistic conventions.

Selection Process:

The selection process of the murals participating in the Best Mural Project takes place in several stages:

1. Initial Review:
   All submissions are reviewed to ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and project requirements.
2. Expert Evaluation:
   Our team of muralism experts will review each submitted work and select the finalists based on the selection criteria mentioned above.
3. Winner Selection:
   The finalists will be evaluated again, and the winners in each award category will be selected by an international jury of experts.

CategoriEs:

In Best Mural, we love the variety and creativity of mural art in all its forms. That’s why we have different awards to recognize and celebrate the best of each style and approach to muralism.

1. Best Mural:
   This award is given to the mural considered the most outstanding globally in terms of artistic quality, visual impact, originality, and cultural relevance.
2. Best Realistic / Figurative Mural:
   Recognizes murals that depict reality with precision and detail, standing out for their ability to capture shapes and landscapes vividly. While adhering to a realistic approach, they may include elements of personal style.
3. Best Abstract Mural:
   In contrast to realism, abstract murals focus on the exploration of abstract forms, colors, and textures. This style can be more expressive and subjective, leaving room for viewer interpretation. The best abstract mural is distinguished by its originality, creativity, and ability to evoke emotions and abstract concepts.
4. Best Illustrative or Graphic Mural:
   This mural style focuses on visual narrative and the use of illustrative or graphic elements to communicate messages, tell stories, or depict characters.
5. Best Experimental Mural:
   Experimental murals explore new approaches, techniques, and materials in mural art. This style can encompass a wide range of forms of expression, from the use of mixed media to the incorporation of three-dimensional or interactive elements. The best experimental mural stands out for its innovation, creative risk-taking, and ability to challenge established artistic conventions.
6. Best Community-Integrated Mural:
   This award is given to the mural that best integrates with its urban environment and responds to its architectural, cultural, and social context, while also standing out for having been created through a participatory process with the local community. This type of contextualized mural not only incorporates elements of the urban landscape, local history, or cultural identity but also creates a meaningful connection with the community and the surrounding environment through citizen participation in its creation.

AWARDS:

Winners of the Best Mural Project will receive recognition and awards in different categories, which may include:

1. Monetary Prizes:
   Cash prizes will be awarded to the winners in each category as recognition for their outstanding contribution to mural art.
2. Media Prize:
   Highlighting the awarded murals on our platforms and in relevant media outlets, providing greater visibility and recognition..