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Pointers For Entering 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.

To follow are just some of the possible places to learn more about art competitions for your chosen medium and genre of work. This is a partial list and part of the value of research is that it will likely lead you to new opportunities that you had not considered. Read on to get a glimpse of some of the possibilities available to you for art competitions.

There are a number of popular artist focused newsletters and publications which typically come out on a monthly basis. These are aimed at providing practical information and advice to help artists in their careers. These are a common means of finding out about opportunities include contests for painters, sculptors and other types of artists.

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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