Friday, July 09, 2004
Vodafone New Zealand Launches Digital Art Awards
New Zealand just launched their first national digital art awards founded by Vodafone. There is a total of over $40,000 available in prize money and mobiles for the winners in four categories—Still Image, Moving Image, Net Art and PXT/Video PXT. The closing date for entries is 5 pm Friday 10 December 2004 and the finalists will be announced in May 2005. Unfortunately, it is limited to New Zealand residents or those who have been a resident for 12 months prior to the deadline, but it’s an encouraging sign to see this type of sponsorship. All the best to everyone involved!
From Vodafone’s site:
The theme explores the role of technology in not only blurring old boundaries, but removing them altogether. This is creating a new social and workplace environment and is changing the way people communicate with each other.
This theme is inspired by - and will be reflected in - Vodafone’s new Auckland headquarters, a leading edge building called v.nue. The new building will be more than merely a place for employees – it will also be a high-profile statement of Vodafone’s culture and brand. At v.nue, Vodafone staff will be moving towards the office of the future, with increased mobility and flexibility in the work space.