PSE taps art to promote economic growth

MANILA, Philippines - The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE), in observance of its 20th anniversary and as a fitting tribute to its historic merger the Makati Stock Ex- change, launched “Sining PSE: 2012 National Art Competition.”

Consistent with the twin occasions, Sining PSE is meant to capture the impact and spirit of the unification in the development of business, trade and livelihood.

The competition is a first in the country, “where a currency and stock exchange institution invests in the creativity of the people through an art competition.”

“The competition aims to position PSE as integrating art in advocating the role of business in national development, and PSE as a supporter of Filipino artistic talents and culture, where budding artists could emerge as the next Philippine master,” the PSE said.

“It aims to highlight PSE’s role as a partner in social and economic progress, as well as to promote public awareness and appreciation of an investment culture in the country,” the PSE added.

The competition is open to all non-professional Filipino artists 21 years old and above, who have not had a solo exhibit prior to June 13, 2012.

Participants can submit only one entry per category. They must also present, not later than Oct. 1, 2012, documents such as a valid government-issued   identification card, passport, or birth certificate indicating their age and citizenship.

Application forms are available at the Project Secretariat in Studio 5 located at 28 Paseo de Roxas corner Jupiter st., Bel-Air Village, Makati City, and downloadable at www. pse.com.ph, or www.facebook.com/ sining PSE. No entry fee is required.

Judging will be done on Oct. 15, with awarding ceremonies sched- uled on Nov. 15. Up for grabs are three grand prizes, with seven final- ists to be chosen in both the painting and sculpture competitions.