Sharjah award seeks to enhance children’s creative talent – Gulf Today

Sharjah award seeks to enhance children’s creative talent – Gulf Today

A young artist shows innovative zest.

Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has introduced a new category: the ‘Young Adults’ category for the coveted Sharjah Children’s Book Illustration Award. Nominations are now being accepted, with submissions open until May 1.

Young talents from across the UAE are invited to submit artworks that creatively interpret a book of their choosing to [email protected]. The winners will be unveiled during the 15th edition of the Sharjah Children Reading Festival (SCRF), taking place from May 1-12 at the Expo Centre Sharjah.

The ‘Young Adult’ category of the Sharjah Children's Book Illustration Award is designed to emphasise the importance of book illustrations and their impact on children's reading experiences. By deepening their understanding of the written word, these illustrations encourage young readers to engage more deeply with the content of books.

Visitors during the Sharjah Children Reading Festival 2023.

The award aims to inspire young artists to showcase their talent by participating in a competition that not only enhances and complements the content of children’s and adolescent books but also recognises and supports exceptional talent. By giving them opportunities and integrating these young artists into the publishing industry, the award seeks to foster a new generation