Art is an integral part of everyday life on Oamk campuses. It enriches the environment and contributes to the well-being of everyone on campus.
Now you have the chance to leave your mark: design an overall patch that combines student life and art. These patches will be given to students who participate in Oamk’s Art Walk, a walking tour that showcases the wide range of art that can be found from Linnanmaa campus.
Join the contest, let your imagination soar, and create a patch that will not go unnoticed!
Contest rules
1. Organizer
The contest is organized by OSAKO and Oulu University of Applied Sciences (Oamk).
2. Eligibility
The contest is open to all Oamk students.
3. Task
Design an overall patch that:
- Relates to Oamk’s art collection
- Is visually clear and suitable as an overall patch (round or another clear shape)
- Uses a maximum of 3–4 colors (to simplify production)
4. Technical requirements
- Size: approx. 8 cm in diameter (or equivalent area)
- File format: PNG, JPG, or PDF
- Recommended resolution: at least 300 dpi
5. Copyright
- The design must be the participant’s original work. AI tools may not be used in the design or production of the patch.
- By entering the contest, the participant grants Oamk the right to use and produce the patch.
6. Contest period
- The contest begins on December 12, 2025, and ends on January 12, 2026.
- Entries must be submitted by 11:59 PM on 12.1. to jennika.karppinen@oamk.fi with the subject line “Overall patch contest.”
7. Winner selection
- The winner will be chosen by a panel of representatives from OSAKO and Oamk.
- Evaluation criteria:
- Creativity and originality
- Connection to Oamk’s art collection
- Feasibility as an overall patch
8. Prize
The winner will receive a €50 gift card valid at Campus Café Messi.
9. Announcement
The winner will be notified personally, and the winning design will be published on OSAKO and Oamk channels as soon as possible after the contest ends.
10. Contact and additional information
For more details, contact Jennika at jennika.karppinen@oamk.fi.
