Competition for creatives to spark joy and positivity

The Global Happiness Index (GHI) results released recently shows that South Africans have experienced a noticeable decline in levels of joy over the past twelve months*. In the wake of the survey results, lip balm brand Labello has embarked on a lateral below the line campaign that intends to nurture a measure of happiness. The brand today launches a packaging design competition open to professional and aspiring designers and artists or those just dabbling to put pencil or paint brush to paper and create, standing a chance to win R 25 000 and have winning designs appear on the brand’s packaging.

“Studies worldwide have shown that whether engaging in some form of creativity or, for that matter, beholding and enjoying beautiful design or art makes people happy in the moment,” says Labello brand manager Sinenhlanhla Mambi. “The Labello design competition will hopefully deliver both. Creative immersion while designing or drawing an entry and, at the opposite end, in retail when shoppers have the opportunity to appreciate homegrown creativity on shelf while doing a shop.”

Labello’s Strawberry Shine and Blackberry Shine variants will each carry a winning local design. “This is an empowering Labello initiative to help young designers kickstart their careers and showcase their talents during these challenging times. Ultimately, it’s about supporting South Africans, and we intend to lead this trend.”

Two designers, Megan Bird and Phathu Nembilwi have been commissioned by Labello to design a variant packaging set, too, (Original and Cherry Shine) while acting as judges in tandem with the Labello marketing team, to select public entries. “We are looking for youthfulness, fun, boldness, warmth, happiness and positivity in design,” says Mambi,  “creative that’s colourful and reflects Africa’s rich creativity and diversity. The competition is open to anyone who wants to try their hand at designing, whether you are an aspiring designer, student, artist or professional.” She adds that while winning the contest is a bonus, the focus should be on the process. “Wouldn’t it be great to escape the daily drudge for a short while and focus simply on creating?” There are no limits or boundaries in terms of creative expression in this competition.

“We don’t expect to change the world or reinvent the wheel,” says Mambi. “But positivity attracts positivity. Imagine if every brand can somehow make a small contribution, through constructive initiatives, to move the needle on our collective state of joy as a nation. Even if just for a little bit, as sometimes all you need is a momentary escape. We’re putting local creative talents in the spotlight, and our hope is that this brings joy!“  Entries open 1 March and close 15 April 2021 and more information is available at the below website.    “Follow the instructions and create.”

LABELLO LET YOUR DESIGN SHINE ENTRY POINT AND DETAILS

https://www.labello.co.za/highlights/let-your-design-shine

Reference

*https://www.uj.ac.za/newandevents/Pages/Twenty-one,-wish-Covid-and-lockdowns-are-done-Lockdown-steals-happiness-and-joy-during-the-festive-season.aspx