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2027 People's Portrait Prize

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES 


WHO:  
This show is open to all Lunenburg County residents. 


WHAT: 

  • All artistic mediums are welcome from residents of all ages & abilities. • Portraits must be of human subjects – no exceptions. 

  • Up to 3 artworks by each artist. 

  • Entry fee is $15 per artwork; $5 per artwork for artists under 18. 

  • No submissions are required prior to the event – all artworks are accepted (unless deemed inappropriate or not fitting criteria) . 

  • Two-dimensional artwork must be ready to hang with D-rings/wire. 

  • For sculpture, a limited number of plinths are available. 

  • Any artwork not exhibition ready cannot be displayed. 

  • All artwork must have the artist’s name & contact information legibly attached to it. 

  • Artwork will be judged by a jury in categories (to be announced), and visitors can vote for the People’s Choice Award. 

  • Artwork can be for sale. 75% of any art sales will go to the artist. 

  • Chester Art Centre will process all artwork purchases. 

  • NOTE: Space is limited. We will hang at least one work per artist. 
     

WHERE: 
Chester Art Centre, 60 Queen St, Chester, NS B0J 1J0 
902-275-5789 | info@chesterartcentre.ca | www.chesterartcentre.ca 
 

WHEN:  

  • Artwork drop-off is anytime between Jan 5th-10th. 

  • Exhibit runs January 14th, 2027 to Jan 31st, 2027, Wednesday to Friday 10am-4pm.

  • Closing reception and award gala is on Saturday Jan 30th at 6pm. 

  • Pick up is Sunday, Jan 31st, 2027 between 12 and 4 pm. Or Monday Feb 1st from 12-4pm

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QUESTIONS?  
Email info@chesterartcentre.ca 
Find us on Instagram & Facebook @chesterartcentre 
 

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