ARISIA A r i s i a ' 0 8 -- J a n u a r y 1 8 - 2 1 , 2 0 0 8

Bldg 600, PMB 322 One Kendall Square Cambridge, MA 02139 H y a t t  R e g e n c y  C a m b r i d g e

I am pleased to announce the Arisia Student Art Contest. This is a free contest, open to all secondary school students. Scholarship prizes will be awarded for the best science fiction or fantasy-themed artwork. There are no entry or exhibition fees, and no gotchas. We simply wish to recognize and celebrate outstanding student art.

Arisia is the largest and most diverse volunteer-run science fiction convention in New England. Among other activities at the convention (panel discussions, demonstrations,storytelling, costume events, games, movies, etc.), we have a first-class Art Show, showcasing over 75 of the finest professional and amateur science fiction and fantasy artists and illustrators. Some of these artists will participate in the final judging of the Student Art Contest. This year we would particularly like to encourage works of action and adventure in all settings, in whatever media, since the theme this year is "Pirates vs Ninjas".

Now in its 19th year, Arisia is a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation; its purpose is to further the enjoyment and appreciation of science fiction and fantasy, and to bring together the fan community. We believe it is essential to involve and motivate the next generation of fans, and this art contest is an important part of that mission.

The following sheet contains the complete rules and an entry form. Please make as many copies as you need, or visit our website at http://2008.arisia.org/studentartcontest for copies or additional information. The enclosed flyer contains more general information about the convention.

If you have any questions about Arisia or the Student Art Contest, please send email to student-art@arisia.org. I am very excited about this contest, and I am eager to see what your students create.

Sincerely,