Guidelines:
Artistic & Visual Impact:
The souvenir sheet should feature outstanding artwork, intricate illustrations, and a well-balanced layout that enhances its collectible appeal. Does the souvenir sheet showcase an artistic and cohesive design that highlights its theme beautifully, incorporating unique patterns, illustrations, or borders?
Theme & Cultural Relevance:
It should commemorate an important event, personality, or global issue with contemporary significance, such as space exploration, environmental conservation, or historical anniversaries.
Innovative Design & Printing Techniques:
Use of special effects like holograms, foil embossing, 3D elements, laser-cut patterns, or lenticular printing to create a dynamic experience.
Interactive & Multi-Sensory Features:
Incorporation of AR (Augmented Reality), QR codes, thermochromic ink, or texture-based elements that engage collectors beyond traditional visuals.
Limited Edition & Collectability:
A well-executed souvenir sheet should have a unique appeal, possibly being part of a limited run, with high desirability among collectors and investors.
Judging:
Artistic & Visual Impact 30
Theme & Cultural Relevance 10
Innovative Design & Printing Techniques 30
Interactive & Multi-Sensory Features 15
Limited Edition & Collectability 15