2024 PAVE GALA T-SHIRT
STUDENT DESIGN CHALLENGE
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY
In 2023, PAVE Global introduced the idea of a commemorative PAVE Gala T-shirt to celebrate students and create an additional way to provide financial support for the next generation of design leaders. This year we invite YOU, esteemed design students, to design the t-shirt!
Founded in 1992 as The Planning and Visual Education Partnership (PAVE), PAVE Global is a vital and effective organization that enables young talent to build successful careers designing and creating consumer environments. Our vision is to cultivate relationships with students and educators through financial assistance, top-industry thinking, inspiration, and mentorship.
THE CHALLENGE
The theme for 2024 is "PAVE CONNECTS." We challenge you to graphically explore what it means to stay connected as a community of designers and partners.
Think about the interconnectedness of our industry and how it allows us to design and build great things together. The spaces and objects we create are then used to create connections between people and brands. We want to know what you think about building connections and how PAVE helps make introductions.
T-shirt design submissions must be made by Friday, September 6, 2024, by 11:59 PM Eastern, through the Submittable platform.
THE REVIEW & AWARDS
Judging will be conducted virtually. There will be (2) winners, a People's Choice winner selected by the PAVE Community via online voting, and a second winner will be selected by the PAVE Board of Directors and representatives from Studio Lourdes.
Winners will receive $1,000 each, and the winning designs will. be available for purchase ahead of the end-of-the-year PAVE Gala. All proceeds will support future PAVE Scholarships.
T-shirts will be produced using an eco-friendly on-demand Direct-to-Garment printing process.
DETAILS & RESOURCES
ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES
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You must be currently enrolled in a 2 or 4-year program at a university, state/community college, or technical school pursuing a degree in retail design, interior design, architecture, industrial design, product design, graphic design, visual merchandising, UX design, marketing or similar areas of study.
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You must be studying and physically located in North America (US, Canada, or Mexico).
If you are unsure if you are eligible to participate, please contact us at info@paveglobal.org.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
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T-shirt Design of your interpretation of "PAVE Connects"
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Print file size - 12" x 16" (this is the maximum print area, graphics will be scaled to fit all shirt sizes)
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PNG or JPG format only
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Minimum of 150 DPI
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sRGB color profile
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T-shirt Design Title
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Artist Statement (250 words max.)
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T-Shirt Mock-Up
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These mock-ups will be used for the judging process.
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To ensure all mock-ups can be judged equally, please use a Bella Canvas Unisex Staple T-Shirt (color of your choosing) as your base. A mock-up generator for this exact t-shirt can be found here.
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All submission materials must be submitted through Submittable by Friday, September 6, 2024, by 11:59 PM Eastern/8:59 PM Pacific.
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PAVE utilizes a blind judging system, the student's name and/or school may not appear anywhere on the deliverables.
TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS
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Avoid semi-transparent designs
Semi-transparent graphics (or elements with lowered opacity) don't translate well in DTG printing. We advise using solid colors, or simulating semi-transparency by halftoning.
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Create designs with the necessary DPI
Simply typing in a new resolution value into the file won't result in a higher resolution print. If your graphic's resolution is too low, the best solution is to recreate it.
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Use transparency to your advantage
Black ink will appear gray on black garments because of the white underbase used during printing. Leave these areas fully transparent when designing for black garments.
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Avoid borders
We advise against using graphics with perfect borders since the print can warp slightly when the garment is being pulled off the pallet.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE
Friday, September 6, 2024, by
11:59 PM Eastern/8:59 PM Pacific
HAVE A QUESTION?
Please contact us at info@paveglobal.org.
THIS CHALLENGE IS PROUDLY SPONSORED BY
Studio Lourdes, founded and led by founder Christina Magrans, is a leading New York-based interior design and architecture consultancy specializing in retail interiors. Studio Lourdes collaborates with renowned brands like Marc Jacobs, Chanel, and Longchamp to deliver industry-leading insights and designs, elevating the retail experience to new heights of excellence. With a singular focus on anticipating unique challenges and opportunities, we bring unparalleled expertise to each project, ensuring precision and innovation in every design.
Inspired by the transformative spirit of Lourdes, France, Studio Lourdes thrives through exceptional work by extraordinary people, fostering a community unlike any other in the industry.
Studio Lourdes’ fosters a culture of authenticity, creativity, and joy. Guided by values such as belonging, empowerment, excellence, compassion, connection, and employing a growth mindset, we create inspiring and supportive environments for our team and clients. We prioritize individual growth and collective development by igniting an entrepreneurial spirit within our team and embracing trust-based partnerships.
At Studio Lourdes we aspire to inspire.
LAST CALL FOR 2023 DESIGNS
Supporting the Inspired by Design: PAVE Student Visionary Award for 2024 and beyond
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