Young Artists Bring Christmas to Life at State-Level Kids Drawing Event in Chennai

With the joy of Christmas, creativity, and childhood imagination, the State Level Kids Drawing and Handwriting Competition 2025 was successfully held on December 28 at Decathlon, Nolambur, Chennai. Kalam Sports Academy organised the event under the Christmas Kids Carnival banner. Many of the young participants across the state are transforming the venue into a gallery of colours, ideas and festive cheers.

The competition saw enthusiastic participation from students from pre-kg to class 12, making it one of the most inclusive state-level art events for school children to nurture creativity.

A Celebration of Art, Expression and the Christmas Spirit
On Sunday morning, the event embraced the festive theme of “Shades of Indian Christmas,” encouraging children to celebrate through their own cultural lens. Each artwork featured traditional Christmas trees, Santa Claus illustrations, snowmen, and gift boxes, reflecting the unique blend of creativity and expression.

Many of the young artists were immersed in choosing colours, using their creativity, as teachers, parents and volunteers watched with pride. The event atmosphere was vivacious as the children, seated with crayons, colour pencils and sketch pens, were fully absorbed in the creative process. 

Well-Structured Categories Across Age Groups
The competition was divided into different categories, with the event starting at 10:00 am and the reporting time starting at 9:30 am for younger participants. Colouring (Printed Chart) for Pre-KG, LKG and UKG students to showcase their creativity through colours. As students from class 1 and class 2 illustrated the theme of snowmen, class 3 and 4 worked with deer and bells. Older categories analysed more detailed compositions, including Santa with Christmas Tree for Classes V and VI, Santa with Deer for Classes VII and VIII, and Christmas Tree themes for Classes IX to XII. Each category was timed and supervised to ensure participants and the environment remained calm while completing their artwork. 

Encouraging Creativity Beyond Competition
Medals were awarded for recognised excellence; organisers emphasised that the primary objective was to encourage artists' confidence. Judges evaluated entries based on the creativity, colour harmony, and the given theme, appreciating the effort of every participant. By recognising all the participants with certificates and medals, the event conveys that participation and creative exploration are just as important as winning. 

iFinish Simplifies Participation for Parents and Schools
iFinish was the official registration partner for the State Level Kids Drawing Competition 2025. The competition involves close coordination with parents, schools, and guardians to ensure a simple registration process. iFinish enabled parent-friendly registration to enrol participants in the specified categories. Managing participant data with an ensured smooth check-in experience on the event day. This approach played a vital role, allowing organisers to focus on creating a joyful, stress-free environment for children on the event day.

Most of the parents expressed appreciation for the platforms, which help decrease screen time and foster hands-on creativity. The event highlighted the importance of art and handwriting competitions in building concentration, confidence and required skills in today's fast-paced academic environment. In the event, students had a social space to interact with other students and share ideas and experiences, with the community aspect of the competition.

With strong participation and positive feedback, the State Level Kids Drawing and Handwriting Competition has set a benchmark for future creative events in Chennai. As families departed the venue, one thing was clear: the event had succeeded not only in celebrating Christmas, but also in inspiring a new generation to express, imagine and create