RULES & FUNDING

• DEADLINE FOR ENTRY February 2, 2026
• By submitting a proposal, the artist agrees, if chosen, that a work will be created that matches the proposal, and will be delivered to the Museum by June 10, 2026
• All artwork must be created in 2026
• All digital images submitted must be smaller than 5MB and saved as a JPG at the highest resolution possible, be full screen and square. 3D entries can submit more than 1 image.
• No work should exceed five (5) feet (60”) in any direction, and/or 100 lbs. in weight. Entries exceeding these limitations will automatically be disqualified.
• All works must be framed and/or ready to exhibit, and adhered to a backing for exhibition, nothing will be painted or adhered directly to the museum walls. (No vinyl or paint will be applied directly to the museum walls)
• By entering the competition, the artist agrees to allow their work to be reproduced for the purpose of publicity.
• Entry must include digital images and a required maximum 100-word artist statement for label use and promotional materials.
• ALL COMMISSIONED WORKS MUST ARRIVE PRE-PAID BY June 10, 2026 .
• Artists who do not adhere to any of the above rules will be subject to disqualification at the discretion of museum staff.
• Artists will be notified by email if piece is selected for exhibition.
• Artists will need to verify their participation upon selection by signing an agreement stipulating the payment structure, the deadline to have a completed piece delivered and ready for display by June 10, 2026, and that failure to deliver the piece by the deadline will result in having to return the funds awarded upon notification.
• Funds will be distributed as follows:
  • 50% when proposal is chosen, 50% when finished artwork is received by the museum.

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