The college-level competition to raise endangered species awareness is inspired by NBC’s 10-part television event, ‘The Americas;’ winning entries to be featured on LG's Times Square billboard.
LG Electronics has announced a call for entries in its annual Wonderbox Showcase, a 3D digital art competition for college-level students. Qualifying creatives are invited to submit original 3D anamorphic art that embodies the theme “Life's Good When You Protect Wildlife.”
Now in its third year, the Wonderbox Showcase has awarded $100,000 in money and prizes and created opportunities for student artists to jumpstart their careers.
The 2025 animation challenge will focus on advocating for vulnerable and endangered species of North and South America, inspired by LG's partnership with the National Wildlife Federation and The Americas. The 10-part nature documentary series premieres February 23, with two back-to-back episodes on NBC and streaming next day on Peacock.
Submissions will be judged on creative storytelling, technical skill, scientific accuracy, and meaningful point of view. Three winners will have an opportunity to win cash prizes, converse with The Americas series creators and wildlife experts about their projects, and have their work highlighted on LG's expansive Times' Square Billboard. The winners will also be awarded LG's CineBeam Q 4K UHD Projector.
Cash prizes include:
- First Place: $25,000
- Second Place: $10,000
- Third Place: $5,000
Submissions will be evaluated by an esteemed panel of industry experts, including award-winning creatives, filmmakers, and conservationists. The 2025 judges include:
- Mike Gunton, executive producer of The Americas
- Holly Spearing, co-executive producer of The Americas
- Carey Stanton, head of innovation and partnerships at the National Wildlife Federation
“At LG, we believe in the power of creativity to shape a brighter, more sustainable future,” said Jeannie Lee, director of corporate marketing, LG Electronics USA. “Through the Wonderbox Showcase, we are not only celebrating artistic talent but also inspiring students to use their creativity as a force for good – championing environmental sustainability, protecting wildlife and turning their visionary dreams into reality.”
Submissions will be accepted from February 12 through May 12.
Source: LG Electronics USA
Journalist, antique shop owner, aspiring gemologist—L'Wren brings a diverse perspective to animation, where every frame reflects her varied passions.
