Special Jury Award 2025

Artwork title: Five Moments
Medium: Acrylic markers, Liner pen
Size: 21 × 16 inches
Submission ID: 133 (Korea, Republic Of)
Category: Drawing & Painting
Group: Middle/High

Artwork description: “Five Moment” brings together five scenes from Japan, each capturing a different place and mood. The first panel shows Kyoto, where a quiet temple and a tall pagoda set a warm, traditional tone. Next is Tokyo, with its bright red Tokyo Tower rising over cooler city colors, giving the piece a sharp, energetic shift. At the center sits Mount Fuji, paired with soft clouds and cherry blossoms, offering a calm pause between the cities. The fourth panel moves to Kobe, featuring the red Port Tower standing cleanly against the sky. The final scene is Sapporo, marked by its blue-and-red TV Tower and digital clock, adding a modern, slightly industrial finish. Together, these five views form a simple but meaningful journey—one that moves from tradition to modern life, and from nature to regional identity, all within a single frame.

Award name: Special Jury Award
Personally selected by the judges for originality, message, and inspiration.