We are thrilled to invite design, art, and media students to participate in an imaginative and creative competition at the Aha! Kollective.
Aha! Kollective is a unique fair that fosters collaboration and diverse perspectives. It creates an environment that bridges the creativity of young students with the expertise of industry professionals and the fresh perspectives of college students.
The fair is an extension of Agastya’s Dhwani Media-on-a-Bike program, empowering government school children in India to express their creativity. Participants showcase original films, photographs, and stories, sharing their voices and celebrating their artistic skills, while inviting attendees to appreciate the creative potential of India's children and youth.
About Aha! Kollective
FAQ
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No, reimbursement will not be provided for transportation and prototyping costs. Participants are responsible for these expenses.
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Yes, each team is responsible for transporting, setting up, and assembling their installation at the venue. Only space and a power point will be provided.
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How innovative and imaginative the concept is.
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How unique and fresh the idea feels.
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How practical and well-executed the installation is.
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How attractive and eye-catching the design is.
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How engaging and interactive it is, especially for children.
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No, the application and participation in the competition are completely free of charge.
Plagiarism is strictly not tolerated. Any participant found copying work or submitting plagiarized content will be disqualified from the competition. Originality and creativity are highly encouraged.
Yes, all artistic installations must be child-friendly. Any content that includes:
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Inappropriate material
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Violence
Adult content
will not be accepted. All submissions should be suitable for a young, diverse audience.-
The competition is open to students enrolled in Bachelor’s or Master’s programs in fields related to design, art, media, or technology.
Aha! Kollective Registration Form
Why should you participate?
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Showcase Your Talent: Present your work to over 2,000 children and visitors.
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Make an Impact: The top 5 installations will become permanent exhibits at Agastya’s Creativity Lab in Andhra Pradesh, reaching 700+ students daily.
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Recognition & Rewards:
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1st Prize: ₹40,000
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2nd Prize: ₹25,000
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3rd Prize: ₹15,000
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Certificates for all selected participants.
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What is the challenge?
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Theme: Imagination and Inspiration.
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Challenge: Remix or recreate children’s works into creative, interactive, and immersive installations.
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Installation Size: Maximum of 6ft x 6ft x 6ft
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Resources Provided: Space and a power source. All other materials and setup are the team’s responsibility.
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Prototype Requirements: Focus on sustainability, futuristic thinking, and eco-friendly design.
Links to Children's Works and Guidelines
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Links to the Children's works
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Guidelines for Proposals
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Selection of Work:
Choose one or more works from the provided links as inspiration for your installation. -
Remix and Recreate:
Take inspiration from the selected work(s), remix them, and transform the ideas into a creative, interactive, and immersive 3D installation. -
Highlight Your Inspiration:
Clearly mention the inspiration behind your proposal. Explain how the chosen work(s) influenced your concept. -
Submission Format:
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A brief concept note
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Sketches or photos of your proposed installation
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Description of the interactivity and engagement elements
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Who Can Apply: College students - Mixed-media, sculptors, designers, and creative individuals with exciting ideas.
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Individual or Teams ( Max of 5 people )
Eligibility
Project Proposal Requirements
Your project proposal should include the following:
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A Concept Note explaining your idea and objectives
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Sketches or Photos showcasing your design concepts
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Any relevant details that help illustrate your project’s vision
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Format: All documents should be submitted in PDF format.
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Language: submissions have to be in English language.
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Deadline: Submit your application via the form below by 23 December 2024.
Submission Guidelines
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One member from each team must register and submit a proposal by 23rd December 2024. Proposals should be based on the children's work. Teams are required to remix or recreate the children’s work into creative, interactive, and immersive installations.
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The proposals will be evaluated, and the top 15 proposals will be selected. The evaluation criteria are provided below.
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Emails will be sent to all selected teams, and a one-month time period will be given to create the installation.
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Each team must submit their installation by 25th January 2024.
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Each team must set up their installation at the venue on the finale date. At least one member of the team must be present with the installation during the fair.
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The fair will take place over two days. Final results will be announced at the end, and all team members are encouraged to be present to receive their awards.
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Food and refreshments will be provided for the team during the fair. Teams must inform the organizers of their availability in advance.
How to participate?
Key Dates and Venue
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Registration Opens: 16 Dec 2024
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Proposal Deadline: 23 Dec 2024
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First Shortlist Announcement: 31 Dec 2024
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Final Project Submission Deadline: 25 Jan 2025
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Venue is in Bengaluru
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How innovative and imaginative the concept is.
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How unique and fresh the idea feels.
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How practical and well-executed the installation is.
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How attractive and eye-catching the design is.
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How engaging and interactive it is, especially for children.
