FIFA Sustainable Ecologies Art Installation
Call for Projects
Submit your digital media artwork to be projected at the iconic Rice Entrance-1 (Main/Sunset). Works should celebrate native Gulf Coast ecologies; Resilience; Low‑impact design; and Sustainability. The Installation will serve as a key feature of Rice's public-facing showcase during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Houston activations.
Selection Criteria
What we're looking for
Artistic Strength & Clarity
Compelling visual execution paired with a clear, focused concept.
Originality
Fresh ideas and a distinctive perspective that stand apart.
Ecology
Work that engages with the natural world and ecological themes.
Sustainability
Concepts that reflect care for the future and sustainable thinking.
Themes
Choose one or blend thoughtfully:
- Native species and habitats (live oak guilds, pollinators, migratory birds, etc.)
- Climate resilience, shade/heat, circular materials, water stewardship
- Sustainability & Resilience Planning and Development
Key Dates
May 20th
Submission deadline
May 27th
Winners announced
How It Works
From screen to structure
Your digital art will be projected onto circular medallions adorning Rice University's front gates.
Create
Download the template, design your art, then export it as an .mp4 file.
Review
Use the previs portal to see how it will look on the gates.
Submit
Upload your MP4 file through our submission form. We handle the projection.
Create Your Art
- Download the Template
- Create Your Art Inside of the Template
- Export Your .mp4 File
Preview Your Submission
Check your work in our 3D environment via the Pre-Vis Portal. Upload your .mp4 file by dragging and dropping it onto the page or clicking "Choose Your File."
Pre-Vis PortalSubmit Your Work!
Once you've previewed your work and everything looks right, please submit your file to the Drive using the following naming convention: YourName_FileName.mp4
SubmitContact
Get in touch
- Robert LiKamWa, likamwa@rice.edu
- Lauren Gold, lg107@rice.edu
- Qianyu Ma, qm21@rice.edu