Ocean Art Contest

First Place Ocean Art Contest Winners

Honourable Mentions

Art Work:

• Type: Photograph or Original  (Illustration,  Painting, Drawing, etc.)
• Size: 50 x 81cm and up to 6mm thick (flat, 2-dimensional work, no frames or glass, please)
• Your name on the back or in the file name.

Art work was judged on its strong visual impact, artistic merit, and how clearly it communicates the Essential Principles of Ocean Literacy.

Essential Principles of Ocean Literacy:

• The Earth has one big ocean with many features.
• The ocean and life in the ocean shape the features of the Earth.
• The ocean is a major influence on weather and climate.
• The ocean makes Earth habitable.
• The ocean supports a great diversity of life and ecosystems.
• The ocean and humans are inextricably interconnected.
• The ocean is largely unexplored.

Questions?  Contact education@vanaqua.org and put “ocean art contest” in the subject line or call 604-659-3497.