Call for Entries
maInVANO - Images of Mathematics
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Organization
maInVANO – images of mathematics is organized byRai.Co. a.p.s. based in the city of Ariano Irpino (AV).
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Introduction
“Mathematics, with its infinite variations, has always been one of the most fascinating and mysterious disciplines of human thought. Often associated with numbers and formulas, it is also recognized as a source of timeless visual beauty and boundless creativity. Mathematics is a universal language, an invisible force that outlines the very contours of the Universe, significantly transcending them in the desire to chart new avenues of inquiry, creation, and experimentation. This competition invites you to discover, investigate, and narrate the hidden beauty of mathematics through the lens of photography. Each image should strive to capture the visual essence of mathematical concepts, transforming them into something that not only can be “seen” but also evokes wonder and curiosity. The challenge of the competition is, therefore, to translate the purity and precision of mathematical concepts into original and captivating images that can stimulate the viewer to see the world with a new perspective. A mathematical background is not required to participate: any subject that expresses an idea of order, symmetry, proportion, or showcases the beauty of mathematical structures can become the heart of a photograph, as a documented thought, as a draft of a language that can ultimately tell mathematics in a creative, evocative, eclectic, personal, and innovative way.” L.M.
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Objectives and purposes
The 1st edition of the ‘maInVANO – images of mathematics’ competition will be held in the City of Ariano Irpino (AV) from 28 July to 3 August 2025.
The “maInVANO – Images of Mathematics” competition invites photographers, artists, designers, industry experts, and enthusiasts to capture the beauty of mathematics through photography. We seek works that represent mathematical concepts, geometric shapes, symmetries, or other artistic expressions that unite photography and mathematics.
The goal of the competition is to explore the intersection of art and science, demonstrating how visual creativity can be inspired by the world of mathematics.
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Conditions of registration
1. Theme: Photographs must incorporate mathematical elements, such as geometric shapes, equations, patterns, or real-world scenes that reflect mathematical principles.
2. Format: Submissions must be original and in digital format (JPEG or PNG), either in colour or black and white, with a minimum resolution of 300 DPI.
3.Number of Entries: Each participant may submit up to three photographs.
4.Submission Deadline: All entries must be submitted by May 1, 2025.
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Awards and jury
Selected finalists will receive a certificate of merit and have their photographs showcased in an official exhibition during the Ariano International Film Festival, held in Ariano (AV) from July 28 to August 3, 2025.
The best photograph will be awarded the Hirpus maInVANO – Images of Mathematics prize and a cash award of 500 euros.
A panel of industry experts, including professional photographers and artists, will evaluate the submissions based on originality, artistic quality, uniqueness of message, and the ability to communicate mathematical themes through visual imagery.
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Entry Modalities
Photographs must be sent exclusively via email to: aiffmainvano@gmail.com with the subject: Call for Entries “maInVANO – Images of Mathematics.” The email must include:
- Participant’s full name
- Date and place of birth
- Address
- Title of the photograph with a brief description explaining the connection between the image and the represented mathematical concepts (max. 500 words)
- Email and phone contact information
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General provisions
Of the works submitted, those selected will be exhibited during the Festival and will form part of the Ariano International Film Festival archive. Submitted works, both selected and non-selected, will not be returned.
The winners will receive their trophies during the prize-giving evening. Prizes not collected may be sent. In that case, the shipping costs will be borne by the applicants.
Participation in the competition implies unconditional acceptance of these regulations.
These regulations are written in Italian and English. In case of conflicting interpretations, the Italian version shall prevail.
The definitive programme of the event and the admission of works to the competition may be consulted at the end of the selections on the site: www.arianofilmfestival.it