Elemental NFT Genesis
Management Development Institute (MDI), Gurgaon
Elemental NFT Genesis: Stages and Timelines
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Participants must submit an original artwork that celebrates the beauty of nature through one or more of the five core elements: Air, Water, Fire, Earth, and Space. Your design should capture the essence of elemental interplay and demonstrate your unique creative interpretation of nature's phenomena.
Submission Format: ZIP file containing two components - (1) Design File in JPEG format with minimum resolution of 2000×2000px, (2) Artist Statement (max 200 words) in .txt or .pdf format explaining your creative process, elements used, and the story you aim to convey. Naming Convention: YourName_ElementalGenesis_2026.zip.
The top two entries will be selected as winners and will receive rewards.
All that you need to know about Elemental NFT Genesis
Elemental NFT Genesis — WAGMI + IMPERIUM 2026
Elemental Genesis is a nature-themed NFT (Non-Fungible Token) design challenge that invites digital artists, photographers, storytellers, and creative technologists etc etc. to create visual representations celebrating the natural world through the five core elements: Air, Water, Fire, Earth, and Space. The event blends creative expression with blockchain technology, allowing participants to have their submissions minted as NFTs while retaining full ownership of their work.
Participants are encouraged to capture or craft visuals that evoke the essence and mood of nature through elemental interaction. Whether it’s autumn leaves moving with the wind, a serene lake, or the explosive force of volcanic fire, the objective is to bridge the physical and digital environments. The focus lies in conveying elemental harmony and emotion rather than producing literal illustrations.
Eligibility:
- Open to all students and creative professionals
- Individual participation only (no teams)
- No age restrictions for participants affiliated with educational or creative communities
Submission Requirements:
- Participants must submit one complete entry as a single zipped folder containing the following two components:
Design File:
- Format: JPEG only
- Resolution: Minimum 2000 × 2000 pixels (high resolution)
- Quality: Suitable for NFT minting
- Content: Original digital artwork featuring one or more of the five elements
Artist Statement:
- Format: Plain text (.txt)
- Must include:
1. Official title of the artwork
2. Brief outline of creative thought process
3. Explanation of nature connection
4. Specification of chosen element(s) and reasoning
5. Intended story or emotion - Length: Maximum 200 words
- Style: Concise and descriptive
- File Naming Format: [YourName]_ElementalGenesis_2026.zip
Rules:
- Only one entry per participant
- All submissions must be original (no plagiarism)
- Both required components must be included in the zipped folder
- All technical specifications must be met (format + resolution)
- No offensive, harmful, or inappropriate content
- Judges’ decisions will be final
Disqualification Criteria:
- Plagiarism or copyright violation
- Incomplete or missing components
- Incorrect technical specifications
- Offensive or inappropriate submissions
- Multiple submissions by the same participant
- Late submissions beyond the deadline
Evaluation Criteria:
- Creative Interpretation — 30%
- Technical Excellence — 25%
- Thematic Alignment — 20%
- Emotional Impact — 15%
- NFT Suitability — 10%
Prizes:
- Total Prize Pool: ₹13,000
- 1st Place: ₹9,000 + NFT Minting + Certificates + Showcase at Imperium'26
- 2nd Place: ₹4,000 + NFT Minting + Certificates + Showcase at Imperium'26
Skills Assessed:
- Digital Creation & Media Craftsmanship
- Visual storytelling and conceptual interpretation
- Color theory and composition
- Originality and creative reasoning
- Technical execution and attention to detail
- Written communication (artist statement)
Important Notes:
- Participants are responsible for ensuring submissions are complete and compliant
- Organizers reserve the right to disqualify entries that violate rules
- Winners will be contacted through provided communication details
- Prize distribution will be completed post-event and may require valid identification
- Participation implies agreement to all stated terms and conditions
Contact & Support:
- For queries, clarifications, or technical issues regarding submissions, participants may reach out to the Imperium’26 Organizing Team through official communication channels.
Let your creativity flow and may your elemental vision inspire the world.
Important dates & deadlines?
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1 Feb'26, 11:59 PM IST Registration Deadline
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Send queries to organizersRewards and Prizes?
Win ₹13,000+ in cash + NFT minting + Certificates + Showcase at Imperium'26
First Position
₹3,500(Cash) + ₹5,500(Vouchers) = ₹9,000 + NFT Minting + Certificates + Showcase at Imperium'26
Second Position
₹2,500(Cash) + ₹1,500(Vouchers) = ₹4,000 + NFT minting + Certificates + Showcase at Imperium'26
About Management Development Institute (MDI), Gurgaon
- MDI Gurgaon is one of India's leading B-Schools.
- The 'National Board of Accreditation' of AICTE awarded “A” Grade to its PGPM program.
- MDI is headed by its Director, followed by 5 Deans – Dean (Graduate Programmes), Dean (Executive Graduate Programmes), Dean (Research), Dean (Continuing Education and Consultancy) and Dean (Placement & Corporate Affairs).
- It is among the selected few B-School accredited by SAQS and the first Indian B-School to be accredited by AMBA.
- It has about 70 nationally and internationally acclaimed full-time faculty.
- It is the largest training institute in the country with more than 68000+ manager beneficiaries.
- It has been ranked consistently among the top B-Schools of India.
- The lush green campus of MDI Gurgaon spreads over 40 Acres.