GENERAL policy for entering psst competitions
Eligibility
Entering Images
Entry form must be filled out in its entirety. Submitted jpeg images for jurying must not include matting or frame. Help in photographing your work and properly sizing your images can be found at www.OnlineJuriedShows.com/help.aspx.
Review the prospectus
PSST Award Points
PSST will award one point to PSST members whose painting wins Best of Show, First Place, or Second Place. If the same member receives more than one award, that member is entitled to only one point. A non-member is not eligible to receive points toward PSST Signature Status.
Disclaimer/Legal
Neither the PSST, their officers or members, nor [host of the exhibition] will be responsible for loss or damage of any artwork, no matter what the cause. By submitting artwork to this exhibition, each artist agrees to this statement. Artwork is not insured while in the possession of [the host of the exhibition].
Responsibilities of the Artist
- Work must be in dry pastel only. No oil pastels. Mixed media must be predominantly (80%) dry pastel.
- Work must be original, not copied from other artists or their photographs.
- Paintings done in school, in a school monitored studio, in a workshop, or under instructor supervision are not acceptable, except in a student show.
- All artwork must be originally drawn and not created on top of a base photo or print.
- All work must have been created within the last two years and must be for sale.
- Paintings accepted into a prior Art of the Pastel exhibit are not eligible.
- Paintings which have won an award in a national juried pastel competition are not eligible.
- Paintings of nudes may be considered for acceptance.
- PSST reserves the right to exclude from exhibition any artwork deemed offensive, or any artwork that violates the laws of the United States, or of state or local governments.
- Painting size limit to be determined by exhibition chair.
- Maximum number of entries to be determined by exhibition chair.
- PSST reserves the right to reject delivered works selected for the exhibit that differ significantly from jpeg image.
Entering Images
Entry form must be filled out in its entirety. Submitted jpeg images for jurying must not include matting or frame. Help in photographing your work and properly sizing your images can be found at www.OnlineJuriedShows.com/help.aspx.
Review the prospectus
- Fees and how paid
- Jurors of Acceptance and Juror of Awards
- Applicable Dates
- Commission Fees
- Shipping Instructions
PSST Award Points
PSST will award one point to PSST members whose painting wins Best of Show, First Place, or Second Place. If the same member receives more than one award, that member is entitled to only one point. A non-member is not eligible to receive points toward PSST Signature Status.
Disclaimer/Legal
Neither the PSST, their officers or members, nor [host of the exhibition] will be responsible for loss or damage of any artwork, no matter what the cause. By submitting artwork to this exhibition, each artist agrees to this statement. Artwork is not insured while in the possession of [the host of the exhibition].
Responsibilities of the Artist
- By entering the show, you agree that you have read and will abide by the rules outlined in the prospectus.
- If you enter the exhibit you agree that the artwork entered will be available for the exhibition If, after you submit your entry, you have the opportunity to sell the artwork and wish to take advantage of the opportunity, the proper course of action is to direct the sale to the [host of the exhibition], or send the host 20% commission when you send the painting. In either case, the artwork is required to hang in the exhibition.
- Failure to send your artwork for exhibition after it has been accepted or failure to abide by any other rule or requirements in the prospectus will result in your disqualification for two years from future PSST exhibitions.
- In addition, any artist who removes prior to the close of show a painting hung in the show shall be responsible for any applicable commission. No substitutions of artwork will be allowed.
COMPETITION STANDARDS AND GALLERY ETIQUETTE
Framing for exhibition
Price your work consistent with all of your artwork sales.
Gallery walls are the marketing floor space. Galleries are not museums and are there for sales. Do not price your paintings in order to hold onto them for future competitions. If this is your desire, compete only in museum and non-sales shows. Sales are essential for galleries to stay in business. Pricing should reflect what your buyers are paying. You should never reduce your selling prices, so make sure the prices have a proven track history. Research will be done by the galleries and the buyers. If you are asking high prices, be willing to provide the patrons with comparable sales and credentials that back it up. In other words, the pricing should be in line with the majority of the exhibition so there is no question regarding the true market value of the art.
No photos without the artist’s permission.
Taking photos of artwork legally compromises the artist’s copyright. If a copyright issue were to go into litigation, the fact that photos were previously taken would open the door to who can or cannot have a “copy” of the artwork. It’s a serious problem, not to mention that even phone cameras are so good now that reproductions can be made from the photos. Never take a picture of artwork without the artist’s permission or without the organization’s permission.
If pictures are needed for promotional purposes or for presentation at an organization, photos can be acquired through the sponsor and with permission/contract with the artists that are in the show. Prospectus should read: “The artist gives (show sponsor) permission to use the image of accepted works for advertising and promotions and will provide the appropriate digital image upon request. The (show sponsor) will not use the image in any other manner of reproduction without the artist’s permission.”
Do not touch the artwork. Do not touch the glass on the artwork.
It leaves fingerprints on the glass or plexiglass and makes a nightmare cleaning job for gallery staff. Some pastels are presented under museum glass. Fingers on museum glass leave a permanent mark that makes a very expensive replacement for the artist that owns the piece.
A minor point of note - galleries offer wine and appetizers as such.
These are not meant to be a full dinner for family and friends.Dine before or after the event.
When you have works included in an exhibition, make every effort to invite and encourage patrons to attend. Filling a gallery only with family and friends is good for the ego and moral support but not good for your sales. It is the gallery’s job to promote your work and to make every effort to sell it.
When you work with a gallery and you work as a team, your success will be much greater.
Promote your exhibit on your website, in your newsletter, on your blog, on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and more. Get the word out and sales will follow.
Reprinted courtesy of The Gallery at Round Top, Round Top, Texas
- Mats, if used, should be clean and neutral, not dark or colored.
- Frames should be simple.
- Frames should be clean and in good condition.
- Wiring should not be too tight and properly and firmly affixed. Wires should have a tiny bit of play in them, allowing someone to put their hand behind the picture to hang it.It is extremely difficult to do this when the wires are pulled straight and tight.
- Framing should not distract from the artwork. The viewer should see the artwork, not the frame!Creative framing is not necessarily good framing, especially in a competition.Creative framing can often prevent a piece of artwork from receiving an award.
Price your work consistent with all of your artwork sales.
Gallery walls are the marketing floor space. Galleries are not museums and are there for sales. Do not price your paintings in order to hold onto them for future competitions. If this is your desire, compete only in museum and non-sales shows. Sales are essential for galleries to stay in business. Pricing should reflect what your buyers are paying. You should never reduce your selling prices, so make sure the prices have a proven track history. Research will be done by the galleries and the buyers. If you are asking high prices, be willing to provide the patrons with comparable sales and credentials that back it up. In other words, the pricing should be in line with the majority of the exhibition so there is no question regarding the true market value of the art.
No photos without the artist’s permission.
Taking photos of artwork legally compromises the artist’s copyright. If a copyright issue were to go into litigation, the fact that photos were previously taken would open the door to who can or cannot have a “copy” of the artwork. It’s a serious problem, not to mention that even phone cameras are so good now that reproductions can be made from the photos. Never take a picture of artwork without the artist’s permission or without the organization’s permission.
If pictures are needed for promotional purposes or for presentation at an organization, photos can be acquired through the sponsor and with permission/contract with the artists that are in the show. Prospectus should read: “The artist gives (show sponsor) permission to use the image of accepted works for advertising and promotions and will provide the appropriate digital image upon request. The (show sponsor) will not use the image in any other manner of reproduction without the artist’s permission.”
Do not touch the artwork. Do not touch the glass on the artwork.
It leaves fingerprints on the glass or plexiglass and makes a nightmare cleaning job for gallery staff. Some pastels are presented under museum glass. Fingers on museum glass leave a permanent mark that makes a very expensive replacement for the artist that owns the piece.
A minor point of note - galleries offer wine and appetizers as such.
These are not meant to be a full dinner for family and friends.Dine before or after the event.
When you have works included in an exhibition, make every effort to invite and encourage patrons to attend. Filling a gallery only with family and friends is good for the ego and moral support but not good for your sales. It is the gallery’s job to promote your work and to make every effort to sell it.
When you work with a gallery and you work as a team, your success will be much greater.
Promote your exhibit on your website, in your newsletter, on your blog, on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and more. Get the word out and sales will follow.
Reprinted courtesy of The Gallery at Round Top, Round Top, Texas
Framing for exhibition
Price your work consistent with all of your artwork sales.
Gallery walls are the marketing floor space. Galleries are not museums and are there for sales. Do not price your paintings in order to hold onto them for future competitions. If this is your desire, compete only in museum and non-sales shows. Sales are essential for galleries to stay in business. Pricing should reflect what your buyers are paying. You should never reduce your selling prices, so make sure the prices have a proven track history. Research will be done by the galleries and the buyers. If you are asking high prices, be willing to provide the patrons with comparable sales and credentials that back it up. In other words, the pricing should be in line with the majority of the exhibition so there is no question regarding the true market value of the art.
No photos without the artist’s permission.
Taking photos of artwork legally compromises the artist’s copyright. If a copyright issue were to go into litigation, the fact that photos were previously taken would open the door to who can or cannot have a “copy” of the artwork. It’s a serious problem, not to mention that even phone cameras are so good now that reproductions can be made from the photos. Never take a picture of artwork without the artist’s permission or without the organization’s permission.
If pictures are needed for promotional purposes or for presentation at an organization, photos can be acquired through the sponsor and with permission/contract with the artists that are in the show. Prospectus should read: “The artist gives (show sponsor) permission to use the image of accepted works for advertising and promotions and will provide the appropriate digital image upon request. The (show sponsor) will not use the image in any other manner of reproduction without the artist’s permission.”
Do not touch the artwork. Do not touch the glass on the artwork.
It leaves fingerprints on the glass or plexiglass and makes a nightmare cleaning job for gallery staff. Some pastels are presented under museum glass. Fingers on museum glass leave a permanent mark that makes a very expensive replacement for the artist that owns the piece.
A minor point of note - galleries offer wine and appetizers as such.
These are not meant to be a full dinner for family and friends.Dine before or after the event.
When you have works included in an exhibition, make every effort to invite and encourage patrons to attend. Filling a gallery only with family and friends is good for the ego and moral support but not good for your sales. It is the gallery’s job to promote your work and to make every effort to sell it.
When you work with a gallery and you work as a team, your success will be much greater.
Promote your exhibit on your website, in your newsletter, on your blog, on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and more. Get the word out and sales will follow.
Reprinted courtesy of The Gallery at Round Top, Round Top, Texas
- Mats, if used, should be clean and neutral, not dark or colored.
- Frames should be simple.
- Frames should be clean and in good condition.
- Wiring should not be too tight and properly and firmly affixed. Wires should have a tiny bit of play in them, allowing someone to put their hand behind the picture to hang it.It is extremely difficult to do this when the wires are pulled straight and tight.
- Framing should not distract from the artwork. The viewer should see the artwork, not the frame!Creative framing is not necessarily good framing, especially in a competition.Creative framing can often prevent a piece of artwork from receiving an award.
Price your work consistent with all of your artwork sales.
Gallery walls are the marketing floor space. Galleries are not museums and are there for sales. Do not price your paintings in order to hold onto them for future competitions. If this is your desire, compete only in museum and non-sales shows. Sales are essential for galleries to stay in business. Pricing should reflect what your buyers are paying. You should never reduce your selling prices, so make sure the prices have a proven track history. Research will be done by the galleries and the buyers. If you are asking high prices, be willing to provide the patrons with comparable sales and credentials that back it up. In other words, the pricing should be in line with the majority of the exhibition so there is no question regarding the true market value of the art.
No photos without the artist’s permission.
Taking photos of artwork legally compromises the artist’s copyright. If a copyright issue were to go into litigation, the fact that photos were previously taken would open the door to who can or cannot have a “copy” of the artwork. It’s a serious problem, not to mention that even phone cameras are so good now that reproductions can be made from the photos. Never take a picture of artwork without the artist’s permission or without the organization’s permission.
If pictures are needed for promotional purposes or for presentation at an organization, photos can be acquired through the sponsor and with permission/contract with the artists that are in the show. Prospectus should read: “The artist gives (show sponsor) permission to use the image of accepted works for advertising and promotions and will provide the appropriate digital image upon request. The (show sponsor) will not use the image in any other manner of reproduction without the artist’s permission.”
Do not touch the artwork. Do not touch the glass on the artwork.
It leaves fingerprints on the glass or plexiglass and makes a nightmare cleaning job for gallery staff. Some pastels are presented under museum glass. Fingers on museum glass leave a permanent mark that makes a very expensive replacement for the artist that owns the piece.
A minor point of note - galleries offer wine and appetizers as such.
These are not meant to be a full dinner for family and friends.Dine before or after the event.
When you have works included in an exhibition, make every effort to invite and encourage patrons to attend. Filling a gallery only with family and friends is good for the ego and moral support but not good for your sales. It is the gallery’s job to promote your work and to make every effort to sell it.
When you work with a gallery and you work as a team, your success will be much greater.
Promote your exhibit on your website, in your newsletter, on your blog, on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and more. Get the word out and sales will follow.
Reprinted courtesy of The Gallery at Round Top, Round Top, Texas