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True belonging doesn't require that we change who we are. It requires that we be who we are"
- Brené Brown
The theme this year is "I Belong"
Belonging is the feeling of security and support when there is a sense of acceptance, inclusion, and identity for a member of a certain group. It is when an individual can bring their authentic self to work.
be·long
/bəˈlôNG,bəˈläNG/
verb
be the property of. "the vehicle did not belong to him"
be a member or part of (a particular group, organization, or class).
"they belong to garden and bridge clubs"
*Definitions from Oxford Languages
Interpretation of Theme. How closely the piece relates to the theme, based on the artwork itself and the artist statement.
Creativity. How creative and original the piece is in its conception of the theme and its presentation.
Technical Skill. The level of skill demonstrated in the basic principles/techniques of the arts area.