2027 People's Portrait Prize
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
WHO:
This show is open to all Lunenburg County residents.
WHAT:
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All artistic mediums are welcome from residents of all ages & abilities. • Portraits must be of human subjects – no exceptions.
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Up to 3 artworks by each artist.
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Entry fee is $15 per artwork; $5 per artwork for artists under 18.
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No submissions are required prior to the event – all artworks are accepted (unless deemed inappropriate or not fitting criteria) .
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Two-dimensional artwork must be ready to hang with D-rings/wire.
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For sculpture, a limited number of plinths are available.
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Any artwork not exhibition ready cannot be displayed.
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All artwork must have the artist’s name & contact information legibly attached to it.
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Artwork will be judged by a jury in categories (to be announced), and visitors can vote for the People’s Choice Award.
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Artwork can be for sale. 75% of any art sales will go to the artist.
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Chester Art Centre will process all artwork purchases.
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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:
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Artwork drop-off is anytime between Jan 5th-10th.
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Exhibit runs January 14th, 2027 to Jan 31st, 2027, Wednesday to Friday 10am-4pm.
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Closing reception and award gala is on Saturday Jan 30th at 6pm.
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Pick up is Sunday, Jan 31st, 2027 between 12 and 4 pm. Or Monday Feb 1st from 12-4pm
QUESTIONS?
Email info@chesterartcentre.ca
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