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What is seen, what is hidden, and what is revealed when you take a moment to reflect? What will your artwork reveal about the world or yourself? 

Reflections offer a powerful way to explore duality, introspection, and the interplay between light and shadow. The theme "Reflections" invites you to delve into the literal and metaphorical meanings of the word—whether capturing mirrored surfaces, contemplating personal experiences, or examining how the world around us shapes our inner selves. 

We invite you to enter the Stellenbosch Academy Visual Art Competition, and show South Africa what you’ve got. 

Now is your time to shine.

The overall winner will receive:

• A cash prize of R25,000

• Full Tuition Sponsorship for the Higher Certificate in Drawing NQF5 programme at the Stellenbosch Academy

• Apple iPad 9 256Gb and Apple Pencil (USB-C)

• R2500 Deckle Edge store voucher

WHAT YOU’LL WIN*…

The 2nd prize winner will receive:

• A cash prize of R10,000

• Apple AirPods (3rd Generation) with Lightning Charging Case

• R1500 Deckle Edge store voucher

The 3rd prize winner will receive:

• A cash prize of R5000

• R1000 Deckle Edge store voucher 

School Prize: 

The school that submits the most entries will receive R5000 in PNA vouchers for art materials.

*terms and conditions apply

EVENT DETAILS

EVENT DETAILS

PLEASE JOIN US TO VIEW THE SAVAC EXHIBITION

11 - 19 October 2025

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TOP SELECTION

The top selection will be exhibited at the Stellenbosch Academy of Design and Photography in the Western Cape from 11th - 18th October 2025 as part of Woordfees. To view more visit: woordfees.co.za/program/stellenbosch-academy-visual-arts-kompetisie-savac/

The official opening and prize giving will be from 11:00 - 13:00 on the 11th of October 2025.

The top selection of works will also be published in the 2025 Stellenbosch Academy Visual Arts Competition Catalogue

✺ TERMS & CONDITIONS ✺

Prize Terms & Conditions – Tuition Sponsorship

  1. Prize Description
    The prize consists of a tuition sponsorship for the approved academic programme, Higher Certificate in Drawing NQF5  at the Stellenbosch Academy of Design & Photography, the details of which will be communicated directly to the winner.

  2. Non-Transferability
    The tuition sponsorship is non-transferable and may only be used by the prize recipient as named at the time of award. It may not be assigned, sold, gifted, or otherwise transferred to any other individual or entity.

  3. No Cash Alternative
    The prize holds no cash value and may not be exchanged, redeemed, or refunded for cash or any other monetary equivalent, in whole or in part.

  4. Redemption and Usage Period
    The tuition sponsorship must be claimed and utilised within the recipient’s first year after matriculating from high school, commencing from the date of notification. Failure to redeem and use the sponsorship within this period will result in forfeiture of the prize, with no compensation or substitute benefit provided.

  5. Excluded Costs
    The tuition sponsorship covers tuition fees only. It does not include any additional expenses such as, but not limited to:

    • Art kits or course materials

    • Accommodation or travel costs

    • Personal or living expenses

    • Administrative or registration fees not directly related to tuition

  6. Eligibility and Compliance
    The winner must meet the eligibility criteria for the academic programme and adhere to all related Stellenbosch Academy of Design & Photography institutional application requirements and policies. The Stellenbosch Academy of Design & Photography reserves the right to withdraw the prize if the recipient is found to be ineligible or in breach of any terms.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS