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Open Call
Faces of Love
Art Competition with
Publication
22 Artists will be selected to be published in the Book
and
Exhibition
Physically and Digital with the Author Prof. Dr. Yelda Özsunar
Let Your Art Illuminate the Many Aspects of Love. We look forward to seeing your inspiring interpretations of these themes and celebrating the transformative power of Art and Love together.
Call for Artists:
Competition for Publishing
"Faces of Love"
21 Apects of Love
We are excited to announce an inspiring art competition inviting artists to interpret 21 unique aspects of love, based on the themes of the book
"Love Heals" by Prof. Dr. Yelda Özsunar.
This competition celebrates love in its many forms—universal, transformative, and personal—through visual art. This is your opportunity to have your art published, exhibited, and celebrated!
Competition Highlights
The Theme:
"Faces of Love" - 21 Aspects of Love
Artists are invited to create and submit works inspired by the following
21 categories of love (chapters from the book):
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Divine / Holistic Love
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Transformation – The Love of Change
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Self-Love – Love for Oneself
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Love for Dignity, Honor and Purity
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Love for Truth and Honesty
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Love for Humanity
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Romantic Love
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Family Love
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Love in Friendship
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Love for Nature
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Love for Animals
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Love for One’s Homeland
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Love for Freedom
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Love for the Unknown – Curiosity
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Love for Work and Productivity
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Love for Creativity
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Love for Beauty – Flowers and Aesthetics
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Love for Music, Sports and Dance
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Love for Laughter
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Love for Taste
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Love for Sleep
Prizes and Recognition
1. Award: Front Cover Image
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Description: This prestigious award honors the artist whose work will be featured as the book Front Cover.
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The selected Artwork will symbolize the essence of love and represent the entire book.
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Benefits: Cover publication and participation in the physical and digital exhibitions, and the online gallery.
2. Chapter Masterpiece Awards
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Description: 21 outstanding artists, one for each chapter of the book, will receive the "Essence of Love" award. Each selected artwork will be published as the visual representation of a chapter theme, bringing the power and beauty of love to life.
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Benefits: Publication in the book, participation in the physical and digital exhibitions, and the online gallery.
3. Online Showcase Awards Finalist
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Description: 1 additional artist per category (a total of 21 artists) will be recognized with the Finalist award. Their works will be celebrated in a dedicated online exhibition, showcasing the diversity and creativity behind each aspect of love.
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Benefits: Inclusion in the online gallery and recognition as an official finalist.
Physical & Digital Exhibition Event
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After the book’s publication, all selected works will be featured in a physical and digital exhibition. This celebratory event will include:
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A book reading by Prof. Dr. Yelda Özsunar
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A book signing session
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An opportunity for artists, guests, and readers to engage and celebrate
the power of art and love together.
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How to Participate
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Choose Your Theme: Select one or more of the 21 aspects of love that inspire you. There is no limit for submission.
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Create Your Artwork: Interpret the theme creatively and express your vision of love.
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Submit Your Work: Upload your artwork via our submission form on the website.
Be sure to specify which category (chapter) your artwork represents.
Important Dates
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Submission Deadline: 30.04.2025
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Winners Announcement: 03.05.2025
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Online Exhibition Launch: 15.05.2025
Why Participate?
✨ Be Published: Your art could be featured in the book "Love Heals" alongside inspiring
words written by Prof. Dr. Yelda Özsunar.
✨ Global Recognition: A chance to have your work featured in a worldwide online exhibition.
✨ Cover Prize: One artist’s work will be honored as the official book cover.
✨ Celebrate Love: Share your unique interpretation of love and inspire others with your art.
Let Your Art Bring the Many Aspects of Love to Life!
We can’t wait to see your beautiful creations that reflect the power, beauty, and diversity of love.