BAS.MY Melaka Art Competition 1.0 (BAS.MY Melaka First Year Anniversary)

The mechanics, as well as the conditions stated below, shall govern the General Terms and Conditions of the “BAS.MY Melaka Art Competition 1.0”. By participating in this campaign, participants shall be deemed to have understood and agreed to be bound by the Terms and Conditions herewith.

TERMS

Participants are hereby considered as the general public who submitted their interest by submitting their entries at our Customer Service Counter in Melaka Sentral Bus Terminal.  Participants can also be referred as the students or public who are Passengers or a resident of Melaka.

The “Event Organiser” of this campaign is Handal Indah Sdn Bhd, the Network Operator (NO) of BAS.MY Melaka.

“BAS.MY Melaka” is the main subject that shall be highlighted in this art completion in line with its first-year anniversary celebration in Melaka.

CONDITIONS

SECTION 1. ELIGIBILITY

1. Participants must be a resident of Melaka.

• Participants can be students or any from the general public and there are no age requirements.

SECTION 2: RATIONALE

1. Encourage participants to create engaging artwork that emphasize the advantages and positive impact of utilizing public transportation in Melaka.

• Provide a platform for the general public to showcase their creative skills, storytelling abilities, and technical expertise in producing high-quality artworks in terms of drawing and painting.

• Disseminate entry through various channels to reach a wider audience, educating the public about the benefits, accessibility, and convenience of public transportation in Melaka focusing on BAS.MY Melaka.

SECTION 3. EVENT MECHANICS

1. Participants from Primary, Special education, Secondary levels, College, University or any member from General Public is allowed.

• Participants shall put the details at the back of the artwork
• Name:
• School: (optional)
• Contact Information
• Email Address

• The painting / artwork execution is allowed to be done at home. Participants can also draw or finalize their entries during the event day and there is no time limit as the last day of submission is on 16th of May 2025 at 12:00 PM.  

• All participant shall use A3 Size Artwork. 

• Participants shall bring their own art/drawing equipment’s like tables, erasers, sharpeners, rules etc. tissue, clothes, extra shirts if they decided to do their entries on 15^th and 16^th May 2025.

• The content shall highlight the theme of the event which focusing on sustainable public transportation.  Such concept includes the participants dream transportation in Melaka, about tourism, employment, education. It should also showcase government’s initiative to reduce transportation expenses by introducing Kad Konsesis and Kad 30 Hari.

• All finished artwork will be kept by the organizer to be displayed for future events/ exhibitions. Each entry is required to indicate their own name and signature at the back of the artwork to identify the artist.

• Information about BAS.MY Melaka is available at https://www.causewaylink.com.my/BAS.MY-Melaka/

• Any scenes depicting violence, drugs, racism, pornography, obscenity, discrimination, and the like will be automatically disqualified from the competition.

1. The selection of winners is based on creativity, storytelling, technical quality, and adherence to the competition’s objectives.

SECTION 4. ARTWORK OUTPUTS

1. All outputs are going to be scanned and photographed and shall be used by organiser to use for the promotion of BAS.MY Melaka for online and offline campaign, exhibitions

• Participants’ Name and pages will be credited the post.

SECTION 5. SELECTION OF WINNERS

1. Originality: 35%

The entry must embody originality, standing out as a distinct and unique perspective within the competition. Highlighting the impact of sustainable public transportation in the region. The artwork should evoke a strong emotional response and shall show the reality that is happening based on current situation.

An entry should introduce a fresh approach or interpretation of the subject matter, setting it apart from other submissions and capturing the attention of the audience.

• Technical Mastery: 25%

Participants are encouraged to showcase their technical prowess by leveraging tools and techniques to elevate their artworks to new heights. The artwork should not only stand out visually but also impress viewers with a high level of techniques in drawing, painting or colouring.

Moreover, the piece should effectively communicate the significance of public transportation through a well-arranged storyline, emphasizing its benefits and encouraging broader community utilization.

• Creativity: 15%

The artwork should demonstrate creative ingenuity, transforming a simple subject into an engaging and captivating visual piece.

Participants should exhibit a unique and imaginative approach to convey the importance of public transportation, using their creativity to tell a compelling and visually stimulating storyline through artworks.

• Overall Quality: 15%

This refers to the overall quality of the entry, considering content tone, style, attention to detail, and presentation. The entry should exude a high level of professionalism and polish, reflecting a well-executed and refined piece of art.

• Audience Impact: 10%

Entries should create a powerful impact on the audience by presenting a relatable and engaging story. Additionally, the entry should draw attention to intricate details within the artwork, ensuring viewers take notice and gain a deeper understanding of its nuanced elements.

SECTION 6. PRIZES

1. Top 3 Prizes

First Prize: RM500 AEON Cash Voucher + Medal + Certificate + 2 Splash Mania Ticket (RM 100)

Second Prize: RM350 AEON Cash Voucher + Medal + Certificate 2 Splash Mania Ticket (RM 100)

Third Prize: RM150 AEON Cash Voucher + Medal + Certificate 2 Splash Mania Ticket (RM 100)

• Special Awards

5 Consolation Prizes: RM50 AEON Cash Voucher + Medal + Certificate

SECTION 7. DISQUALIFICATIONS

1. We have assigned a dedicated coordinator diligently monitor and ensure fairness throughout the competition. In the event that a participant is found engaging in any form of cheating or disruptive activities to sabotage other participants entries, His entry will automatically be disqualified.

• Any act of bullying during the competition is strictly prohibited. If a participant is found guilty of engaging in such behaviour, an automatic disqualification from the competition will be enforced. We uphold a zero-tolerance policy to ensure a respectful and inclusive environment for all participants.

• If entries are from computer generated artwork and was covered by colours, this entry will automatically be disqualified.

• All entries received after the last day of submission (16^th may 2025) will automatically out from the judging session.

SECTION 8. DISCLAIMERS

1. All participants shall behave and act professionally at all times. This includes before and after the event execution.

• The Event Organiser, BAS.MY Melaka management, its staff, partners, and the school administration shall not be responsible for any loss, injury or damage of life and property during this competition period.

• Participants are required to prioritise safety during and after the competition.

• The organiser may contact the participants from time to time to validate their entries to be fair with other participants.

• All output will solely own by the BAS.MY Melaka for documentation and reporting purposes.

• The organiser will have the right to cancel the selected winner if the entry has been subject for any violation (like fraud) during the competition after it has been awarded.

SECTION 9. AMENDMENT

1. The Event Organiser reserves the right to cancel, change the campaign date and time without prior notice.

• These terms and conditions may be changed from time to time without advance notice.
  
  

 SECTION 10. PRIVACY POLICY

1. All entries shall follow the privacy policy published in the ACT 709 PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION ACT 2010 PUBLISHED ON 10TH JUNE 2010. Source: https://www.pdp.gov.my/jpdpv2/laws-of-malaysia-pdpa/personal-data-protection-act-2010/?lang=en