The 2025 Nowruz Banner Design Contest & Prize
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, August 27, 2024
Farhang Foundation Announces Open Call for Submissions
Nowruz Street Banner Design Competition and Cash Prize
Los Angeles, CA – August 27, 2024 – Farhang Foundation is excited to announce an open call for graphic artists worldwide to submit their original designs for the 2025 Nowruz Street Banner Design Competition and Prize. This year’s contest celebrates Farhang Foundation’s 15th Annual Celebration of Nowruz (Iranian New Year) on March 9, 2025 at UCLA in Los Angeles and offers artists a unique opportunity to contribute to one of America's most vibrant cultural events.
This year for the first time ever, winning designer will receive a $2,000 cash prize, and their work will be prominently featured on street banners and other marketing materials displayed across major boulevards and streets of Los Angeles during February and March of 2025, in celebration of Farhang’s milestone 15th Annual Nowruz Celebration. This contest offers a unique opportunity for the winning artist to play a pivotal role in Farhang Foundation’s mission to celebrate and promote Nowruz, while also gaining widespread recognition through Farhang’s digital platforms, social media, PR, and print campaigns. The winning artwork will be showcased on over 600 street poles throughout the City of Los Angeles.
2024 Nowruz Banners designed by Najva Erfani on Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles
Submission Guidelines
- Theme: Submissions should visually represent some aspect of Nowruz or Iranian culture and must be 100% original work of the artist without using any pre-existing imagery, artwork or artificial intelligence.
- Format: Once selected, the final winning design must be delivered in high-resolution, printable formats (.eps, .ai, or .pdf), built to size.
- Adjustments: The winning designer may be required to make adjustments to the design according to guidelines provided by Farhang Foundation and/or the City of Los Angeles.
Required Phrasing and Elements
The design must include the following text and incorporate Farhang Foundation’s official logo, using the standard Banner Template:
- Celebrating Nowruz - Iranian New Year
- March 9, 2025
- Dickson Court at UCLA
- Presented by Farhang Foundation
- Farhang.org
Download the required design font here
2019 - 2023 Winning Designs
Selection Process
Farhang Foundation will have sole discretion in selecting the winning design. Upon selection, the artist will be required to sign a release allowing Farhang Foundation to use the design for promotional purposes as outlined above.
Deadline and Submission Details:
- Deadline: November 4, 2024
- Submission Format: Submit your initial conceptual design in low-resolution format (.jpg, .png, or .pdf) via email.
- Submission Requirements: Include your full name, location, telephone number, and a brief description of the design with your entry.
- Submission Email: Send all entries to Nowruz@farhang.org.
Don’t miss this chance to have your artwork celebrated by thousands and be a part of Los Angeles’ rich cultural tapestry!
For more information, please visit Farhang.org or contact Farhang Foundation via email at Nowruz@farhang.org.
About Farhang Foundation
Farhang Foundation is a member supported nonpolitical, nonreligious, and not-for-profit organization dedicated to celebrating and promoting the richness of Iranian art and culture for the betterment of society as a whole. With a singular mission at its core, the Foundation strives to preserve, nurture, and share the diverse heritage of Iran with the global community. Through steadfast commitment, the Foundation supports a wide array of academic, artistic, and cultural programs and initiatives, fostering collaborative partnerships with esteemed universities, renowned museums, and the vibrant world of performing arts. These partnerships enable the Foundation to cultivate a deeper understanding and appreciation of the multifaceted aspects of Iranian culture and promote cross-cultural dialogue.
Media Contact:
Tannaz Guivi
Phone: 310-666-1546
Email: press@farhang.org
