Shanghai art show collecting works worldwide  

2013上海青年美术大展面向海内外征集作品

上海刘海粟美术馆6日向海内外青年征集新近创作的艺术作品，参与2013上海青年美术大展。部分获奖作品可获十万元人民币奖金，旨在增强对优秀作品的挖掘力。

Shanghai (CNS) -- Liu Haisu Art Museum is collecting work from young artists in China and other countries around the world for its 2013 Shanghai Youth Biennial, an exhibit and competition for young artists to showcase their talent, according to a program organizer on Monday.

Starting Monday, the collection work is divided into two parts. One part is the collection of fine artworks such as traditional Chinese paintings, oil paintings, and sculptures; the other part is the collection of photography.

Several well-known artists, critics and people who are in charge of art institutions in China will serve as judges for the event.

Prize-winning artists can win 100,000 yuan ($16,242).

Held every two years at Liu Haisu Art Museum, the Shanghai Youth Biennial focuses on works from young and middle-aged artists.