Calligram Competition

With the slogan ‘disegnare con le parole’, the Calligram Competition is launched each year for school students from Prep to Year 8. A new theme is introduced each year and students design a calligram using Italian words to create their artwork.

Calligram Competition 2026

We are proud to share this year’s competition theme is:

‘Vacanze al mare’ | Holidays at the seaside

Registration and participation is free and encouraged.

Entries close Friday 26 June 2026.

Refer to the entry form and guidelines below for more details.

DOWNLOAD THE GUIDELINES (PDF) DOWNLOAD THE ENTRY FORM (PDF)
ILC Calligram Competition in Brisbane for school aged students

WHY SHOULD YOUR STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN OUR CALLIGRAM COMPETITION?

This activity provides a unique opportunity for your students to showcase their creativity and language skills in a fun and engaging way. 

Artworks entries that place 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each category receive a medal and a winners certificate.

Additionally, winning artworks will be published on the ILC website and displayed at ILC with an artwork exhibition event welcoming students and families to view artworks.

Winners Artwork Exhibition

Event details to be confirmed

PAST COMPETITION WINNERS AND RESULTS

Interested in the Calligram Competition?

Register your details and one of our teachers will be in contact to provide further information and assist you with your enquiry.