Tuesday, January 23, 2018

How To Enter Art Contests

By Kenneth Bennett


The following set of tips is geared towards helping creative professionals to make the most of competition opportunities. In fact art contests can be a great way to get exposure to a large audience and to sell work. Having some practical knowledge on your side is key to having a good experience when it comes to competitions.

The most important consideration when searching for contests to enter is safety and quality. All too often contestants neglect to fully check out opportunities. However it is an essential tip if you want to find the best choice for you that is both reputable and safe.

On that note there are some important things to keep in mind. Make sure to fully check out contest sponsors as well as guidelines and entry fees. Unfortunately there are some that charge excessive fees, taking advantage of applicants in the process. This is why you must be vigilante to ensure that the opportunity is totally safe and appropriate for your needs.

To help in this area thankfully there are many reference guides available to help artists in making career decisions. For example you may find options available in libraries and book stores. These reference guide may also be found on the internet for free.

Read on to learn a bit more about where you can source information on competitions for painting, sculpture and other art forms. This is only a partial sample as there are thousands of potential art competitions taking place each year. However getting a deeper understanding of the options is a good place to start.

One option is a newsletter that caters to an audience of artists and art professionals. As a matter of fact this type of publication is commonly used to share information about upcoming competitions. It is not uncommon to find contests for painters, mixed media artists as well as many other media.

It is also a great idea to learn more about the extensive range of online resources that are currently available. For example there are some blogs that are aimed at helping those working in the creative industries. Those that are focused on art often include listings for opportunities and contests hosted by a wide range of sponsors around the world.

A final note pertains to entry of these types of competitions. A few practical tips can help you to make the best impression on judges and juries. Be sure to read entry rules a few times to be aware of the requirements and eligibility. Not following the rules of entry is one reason that many competitors are eliminated straight away. Secondly do your best to submit high quality images of your work as these are the only means for the judges to reflect on your work. For further tips on this topic there are a host of magazines aimed at artists which provide practical guides.




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