Description

This upcoming April, CityArts Orlando will join literary and artistic forces to celebrate the whimsical imagery created by Lewis Carroll in his stories, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass.

Artists are invited to create an original work of art inspired by their favorite quote, scene, character, or concept/feeling from Alice in Wonderland.

Beloved by all ages, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland aka Alice in Wonderland (1865) by Lewis Carroll inspired generations to delve into imaginary worlds and pursue their dreams. A little girl following a rabbit down a hole, meeting the Cheshire Cat, and having a tea party with the Mad Hatter became one of the most recognizable stories in modern literature. It provoked incredibly rich art from authors and creatives, who immortalized the story in new adaptations, prints, and drawings.

Take Alice to the next level. Think about her in the world today. Take us on a journey to WONDERLAND! Artists are encouraged to find inspiration from any works related to Alice in Wonderland. This includes images and themes from books, animated films, live-action films, theatrical productions, etc.

Characters to Consider
Alice
The White Rabbit
The Smoking Caterpillar
The Cheshire Cat
The Mad Hatter
The March Hare
The Dormouse
The Queen of Hearts
The Gryphon
Jabberwocky
Tweedledum and Tweedledee

Scenes to Consider
The Garden of Singing Flowers
The Mad Tea Party
Falling Down a Rabbit Hole
Caucus Race
Mushroom Valley
Croquet Game: hedgehogs used as balls, flamingos used as mallets

Other Imagery to Consider
Pocket Watch
Flamingo Mallets
“Drink Me” Bottle
“Eat Me” Cake
Door in a Tree
Playing Cards
Chess Pieces that have come to life

Thanks to a generous anonymous donor, the following prizes will be awarded:
- 1st Place (Best in Show): $10,000
- 2nd Place: $2,500
- 3rd Place: $1,500
- People’s Choice: $1,000