INTRODUCTION :​

 

The origin of the name "Bachok" has several versions. One version claims Bachok was named after a person named Tok Bachok, whom people believed to be the first settler in the area. Traders from China traveled to Pengkalan Cina of Bachok to trade silk and spices. The popular version of the name's origin, according to local inhabitants, originates from two Siamese words, Ban and Chak: Ban means village, and Chak means nipa (a native mangrove plant). The local Siamese call the place Ban Chak, referring to the more populated and possibly earlier settlement immediately to the south of Bachok Town, the actual Kampung Nipah today. Bachok Town was possibly part of the larger Kampung Nipah then. The pronunciation of Ban Chak was later invariably changed to Bachok to suit the local Malay accent. (Source: Wikipedia).

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Bachok has many beautiful sights related to Cultural Heritage Tourism, Beach Tourism, Community Based Tourism - Rural, Agro Tourism, Cultural Heritage Tourism, Carpentry, Islamic Architecture, Visual Arts, and Education Hubs. With the slogan of "Islamic Tourism Town", Bachok district is experiencing rapid growth of tourism industry with the implementation of Islamic values ​​in daily life. This fact is also related to the state of Kelantan being declared as the "Cradle of Culture" with the most populous is Malays. Hence, there is a lot of native Malay nation's cultural heritage that is still practiced in the society in Bachok district as a way of life. However, based on the current situation with the covid-19 pandemic attack spreading around the world, the Bachok tourism industry has also received its negative impact. Therefore, it is hoped that once the doors of Malaysia can be opened to receive tourists, the tourism industry in Bachok district will return to the increase. With the events through this international Contemporary Art Biennale 2021 project, the Bachok district will become a must-visit location for all local and international tourists.

 

CATEGORIES :

 

1. Traditional Works (Painting / Painting / Illustration)

2. Digital Work (Painting / Painting / Illustration)

 

RULES AND CONDITIONS:

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1. Theme: Bachok Heritage Trail

2. Hashtag: #PAMERBachok

3. All artists (Digital and Traditional) of unrestricted age and gender may participate.

4. Each participant will be able to submit up to 2 artworks.

5. It is very important to carefully read the informative research in the introductory phrase that exposes and deepens the theme “Bachok Heritage Trail” or “Jejak Warisan Bachok” this will give you knowledge on the subject and is highly valuable for the conception and development of your ideas. The artwork should be reflected on this map or something else that suite with the cultural heritage / Malay fisherman family daily life / Bachok Fisherman Boat / Bachok Beach / Pillbox World War II (historical site) at Bachok / Cultural Performance Art (Mak Yong / Pak Yong / Dikir Barat) / Traditional Malay Games (Gasing / Kite @ Wau) / Malay Traditional Culture in Traditional Malay Village (with paddy) / Art & Heritage Gallery / Resorts in Bachok District / Gastronomy Tourism (local food) / Malay Traditional Weapon called Keris

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ARTWORKS SPECIFICATION :

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• Maximum A1 (841 mm x 594 mm) - Minimum A2 (594 mm x 420 mm)

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1. Exhibition Date: 1 Oct 2021 - 31 Dec 2021. Subject to final change.

2. Deadline of Submission of Work (physically and/or digitally): On or before 15 Sept 2021

3. Submission: Sent your artworks with 3 methods as below :

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• Media: Free, including Traditional /

• Digital Display (Digital 150 DPI) /

• Digital Printing (HD Printing Canvas / Watercolor Paper etc.)

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• By email: sendigaleri@gmail.com with naming the files “Name_Surname_Country_WorkTitle_Year”. Please include your details of biodata and the latest photos as an artist.

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• ​By hand: Lot 19062, SENDI Studio & Galeri (SSG), Beris lalang. Jelawat, Bachok, Kelantan

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• REGISTRATION AND ARTWORK CAN BE SUBMITTED IN THE GOOGLE FORM WHICH IS ATTACHED WITH THE LINK BELOW.

 

• https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdeELY9R7jNRaSlWoqorIU4gLBwa_ae58j_UlcFoXkWit6ewg/viewform

 

ARTWORK CRITERIA:

 

1. The artwork does not convey sensitive and direct issues such as insulting any religion, race, or politics for any country in the world, especially Islam as the official religion of Malaysia.

2. The artwork is related to the theme of the exhibition.

3. Originality and Plagiarism. Artwork is Original and No Plagiarism. The submission artworks must be originally created by an artist. The organizers are not responsible for any plagiarism detected in the submission of artwork. If the organizers find any plagiarism issued in the artworks, the participants will be automatically disqualified, and the artist must be responsible for the plagiarism implication related to the law enforcement by other parties.

4. The artwork is of high value in the context of Bachok Heritage Trail.

5. The artwork has a powerful impact on the visualization impact of delivering messages on Bachok Heritage Trail and the environment.

6. All entries are the property of the organizer, and the decision is final and subject to the organizer for further purposes in consultation with the participants involved.

 

PARTICIPATION FEE:

 

• RM200 is charged for each artwork submitted for physical exhibition to cover the cost of printing and framing, excluding those who physically submit artwork on location with the frame ready for display. For online exhibitions, no entrance fee will be charged. Only those who pay the entry fee will be evaluated to win a cash prize. However, all participants will be given an e-certificate of the award.

 

WHAT THE ARTIST WILL GET

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• Cash prize up to RM4850 (subject to the approval of allocation application).

• The artwork will be on display for sale. For each successful artwork sold, 30% of the sales proceeds will be charged as payment of service costs to the organizers.

• Each invited artist will receive an e-certificate for entry with a Gold or Silver or Bronze Award category.

• The catalog will be published in hard copy form, subject to the approval of the allocation application.

 

EXHIBITION AND LOCATION:

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• Physical Exhibition will be held at SENDI Studio & Gallery (SSG). Other locations will be announced later.

• Virtual Exhibitions will be showcased by uploading the works involved through SENDI Studio & Gallery (SSG) social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube Channel as well as on the SENDI Studio & Gallery (SSG) website.

 

ORGANIZER:

 

1. SENDI Studio & Gallery (SSG)

2. Bachok District Council (MDB)

 

STRATEGIC PARTNERS:

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• SENDI Studio & Gallery (SSG),

• ASEAN Digital Art Society (ASEDAS),

• Bachok District Council,

• Jelawat ADUN Office,

• Sudara Beach Resort

 

We sincerely thank you and invited all respective artists to contribute and support the 1st Bachok Contemporary Art Biennale 2021 (BACA 01) with the theme “Bachok Heritage Trail” or “Jejak Warisan Bachok” and hashtag #PAMERBachok