Sew A Lei, Show Your Talent: Hawaii Keiki Memorial Day Poster Competition

Pedro Alvarez

4 min read

Post on May 25, 2025

4.4

Share

Unleash Your Keiki's Creativity: The Theme & Guidelines

This year's theme is "Honoring Our Heroes Through Lei." We encourage our young artists to explore the rich symbolism of leis in Hawaiian culture and connect it with the spirit of Memorial Day. Your keiki's artistic expression is key, and we welcome a diverse range of creative approaches.

Here are the guidelines:

• Poster Size: 11" x 17" (standard poster board size)
• Acceptable Art Supplies: Crayons, colored pencils, markers, paints, construction paper, collage materials (fabric scraps, natural elements like dried flowers – excluding any potentially hazardous materials).
• Design Elements: Incorporate traditional Hawaiian patterns (e.g., hibiscus, plumeria, ti leaf) into your lei designs. Consider representing themes of remembrance, honor, and patriotism.
• Lei Designs: Feel free to explore various lei designs, from classic floral arrangements to more modern interpretations. Let your imagination bloom!
• Prohibited Materials: No glitter glue, spray paint, or any materials that pose a safety hazard.

How to Participate in the Hawaii Keiki Memorial Day Poster Competition

Participating is easy! Follow these simple steps to enter your keiki's masterpiece:

• Step 1: Registration: Download and fill out the online registration form available at [Insert Link to Registration Form Here]. Include your keiki's name, age, contact information, and a brief description of their poster design (optional).
• Step 2: Submission: Submit your completed poster by [Insert Submission Deadline Here] via [Specify method: mail to address or in-person drop-off location]. Clearly label the back of the poster with the keiki's name, age, and contact information.
• Eligibility: The competition is open to Hawaii keiki aged 5-12 years old. Participants must be residents of Hawaii.
• Contact: For any questions or inquiries, please email us at [Insert Email Address Here] or call us at [Insert Phone Number Here].

Showcasing Your Keiki's Hawaiian Spirit: Prizes and Recognition

We're excited to offer amazing prizes to our talented young artists!

• Grand Prize: $200 gift certificate to [Name of Store/Activity] plus a featured display of your artwork at [Location].
• First Place: $100 gift certificate to [Name of Store/Activity].
• Second Place: $50 gift certificate to [Name of Store/Activity].
• Honorable Mentions: Certificates of recognition will be awarded to other outstanding entries.

Judging will be based on creativity, originality, representation of the theme, and overall artistic merit. Winners will be announced at [Date and Time of Award Ceremony or online announcement] and notified via email. Winning entries may be showcased in local media and online galleries.

Inspiring Young Artists: Resources and Inspiration for Lei-Making

To help your keiki create a truly spectacular poster, we've gathered some fantastic resources:

• Lei-Making Tutorials: Check out these helpful video tutorials on YouTube: [Insert Link to Relevant YouTube Videos].
• Hawaiian Culture: Explore the rich symbolism of leis and Hawaiian culture at [Insert Link to Relevant Websites – e.g., websites of Hawaiian cultural organizations].
• Design Inspiration: Browse through images of traditional Hawaiian lei designs for inspiration: [Insert Link to Relevant Image Galleries or Pinterest Boards]. Consider how colors and textures can convey the spirit of Memorial Day. Think about incorporating elements like symbolic flowers or images related to service and sacrifice.

Conclusion:

The "Sew a Lei, Show Your Talent: Hawaii Keiki Memorial Day Poster Competition" is a wonderful opportunity for Hawaii's keiki to express their creativity, honor our heroes, and celebrate Hawaiian culture. Don't miss this chance to showcase your keiki's artistic talent and win amazing prizes! Enter Now! Submit your artwork by [Insert Submission Deadline Here]. For more information, contact us at [Insert Email Address Here] or [Insert Phone Number Here]. Let's celebrate our heroes and our keiki's artistic spirit together!