"In the beginning there was the void." Norse

"In the beginning , the heavens and earth were still one and all was chaos." Chinese

"In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth." Judeo-Christian

"In the beginning the earth was a bare plain." Australian Aboriginal

"In the beginning, there was only Mangala." Mande/Yourba/Cameroon

They don't always begin with the words "In the beginning" but all creation myths deal with beginning of the world and how mankind came to be. How this happens, how long it takes to happen and why it happens varies from myth to myth but the importance of these stories to the cultures from which they come is indisputable. It is their meaning and beauty that are universal.

This is a juried show that is limited to members of EBSQ Juried Artists.

Any and all media may be used to create your entry. An artist’s statement is required. Please tell us about the creation myth you have choosen - where it's from and a brief synopsis of the story. Your entry should be related directly to the myth you have chosen and how your entry relates to the myth should be included in your artist's statement. This is particularly important if your work is abstract. Your statement should aslo include why you chose the myth you chose, the materials you used and how you created your entry. If texture or other small elements are pivotal to your piece, please include any necessary detail shots. All points of the prospectus should be met. If you have any questions regarding the prospectus and its requirements, please send them to edu@ebsqart.com.