Art Contests Guidance And Tips

By Kenneth Bennett


The following set of pointers are designed to help those who are working in creative fields to gain exposure and perhaps win prizes by entering competitions. In fact art contests are a very popular vehicle for getting work seen by a much wider audience. However there are some important things to keep in mind when entering and this guide explains in detail.

The foremost thought when entering contests should always be protecting your safety and choosing high quality opportunities. Sadly some competitors disregard these important rules but the are essential to a satisfactory outcome. That means you have to vet all contest providers and sponsors as well as your sources of information to be sure they are reputable, accurate and safe.

In this regard, it is essential to be a smart consumer when researching contests. Remember to fully vet contest sponsors and providers as well as fees, rules and guidelines. It is a sad fact that there are some which charge excessive application fees taking advantage of those who enter. That is why it is so important to be very vigilante as a researcher when looking for opportunities to have your art seen.

Assisting with this aspect it is good to know that you can find a variety of guide books on the subject. These are geared toward helping those in creative industries to make smart decisions. You may find examples available in book stores and in libraries.

Read on to learn a bit more about some of the means for learning more about competitions no matter what medium you tend to work in. This is only a sample as there are literally thousands of new contests each year. Read on to get some suggestions for where to find listings.

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.

Getting to understand the wide range of information to be found online can also lead you to listings. For example there are a number of blogs online that focus in particular on the topic of making art. They often include listings for relevant competitions held throughout the country and abroad.

Remember that there are a few essential tips for giving yourself the best chance when entering a competition. Read the rules several times to be sure that you follow them. This can help you to make a good first impression and avoid being disqualified due to breaking rules. As well it is important to show your best work that really showcases your skills. Finally using the best quality documentation possible is important to showing your work to best effect no matter what type of medium you work in. For more handy tips on the topic above there are a number of well known magazines aimed at professional artists which offer articles exploring art competitions.




About the Author:



Commentaires