Cortes de la Frontera celebrates its 6th outdoor quick painting contest

The town of Cortes de la Frontera in Malaga is celebrating the 6th edition of its quick painting contest outdoors on the upcoming October 4th. This is a cultural and artistic event supported by the Malaga Provincial Council.

This was announced by the vice president and provincial deputy of Culture, Manuel López Mestanza, along with María del Carmen Gutiérrez, councilwoman of Culture of Cortes de la Frontera, and some sponsors of the event, during the presentation of the quick painting contest. The aim is to create a work that reflects landscapes, visions, aspects and/or artistic interpretations of the town, including the Cortes Station, within a limited time from any corner of the municipality.

In this regard, López Mestanza stated that this initiative contributes to the cultural and tourist promotion of the municipality, highlighting both its natural environment and the heritage of the locality.

Likewise, the head of culture of the provincial institution emphasized the importance that the contest is gaining and recalled that artists and amateurs from all over Andalusia and different parts of Spain participate.

As explained by the organizers, anyone who wishes can participate in the contest, whether professional painters or amateurs. Registration is free and can be done on the day of the contest from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM.

From 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, participants can create their works. All techniques and aesthetic currents are allowed, and each painter must bring the necessary materials to create their work. It is essential that the work be completed entirely on site.

Once finished, the creations must be submitted at the Town Hall Square by 5:00 PM. They will then be displayed on Real Street until the jury's decision is announced.

Regarding the prizes, in the adult category, a first prize valued at 1,200 euros will be awarded to the winner; another of 900 euros, for the second place; 600 euros, for the third; three prizes of 500 euros; 400 euros for five fifth prizes, and another seven prizes of 300 euros each.

The minor category is divided into children and youth. The children's category (up to nine years old) consists of three prizes: a pack of painting products valued at 100 euros for the first prize winner, and two other packs valued at 60 and 50 euros, respectively. The youth category (from ten to 16 years old) includes prizes composed of packs of painting products valued at 100, 60, and 50 euros, respectively.

The grand finale of this edition will be performed by Javier Ojeda and his band. The Town Hall Square will host the free concert 'More than 2,000 sleepless nights', starting at 6:00 PM, where Ojeda will present his latest solo album, in addition to a journey through his more than 40 years of musical career and the main hits of 'Danza Invisible'.