Conditions of Entry - 2023
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- It is the responsibility of the artist to ensure that all work offered meets all conditions of entry.
- All art works must be original and completed between 1 June 2022 and the date of the entry being submitted.
- Works must not have been exhibited at the Mortlake Art Show in previous years.
- Multiple works of art from each artists will be considered subject to space availability. Multiple entries must be ranked in order of the artist's preference for display. Please contact us if you wish to check before submitting your entry.
- Artists can choose to enter the competition this year. Entries will be judged in 2023 for the following:
• “Best in Show” (awarded by our in-house judge),
• “Emerging Artist Under Age 16”, (awarded by our in-house judge),
• “People’s Choice” (as selected by popular vote cast by people attending the Show),
• “Packer’s Choice” (as selected by the behind scene workers of the Show), and.
• Other awards may be presented at the judge’s discretion.
- It is expected that all art works will remain installed for the duration of the Show.
- All works must be ready to be hung or presented. Pieces will not be accepted unless a suitable hanging mechanism is attached to them.
- A charge of 20% of the total sale amount of each art work will be charged by the organisers as commission.
- No responsibility will be taken by the organisers for any outcomes that may be the result of sale transactions.
- The only form of personalised advertising for artists will be (a) business cards; and/or (b) small flyers. All other advertising requests will be considered on an individual basis by the organisers.
- The information you provide on the entry form may be used to assist with the compilation of the show catalogue, and for promotional purposes for this and future years of the Art Show.
- There will be no opening evening in 2023
- PLEASE ensure that your entry form is clear and legible. Photos of your art work are appreciated (pre-framing is preferred i.e. not under glass).
- Registration closes at 5pm on Friday 2 June 2023. Late entries will not be accepted without prior approval.
- Art work must be delivered to the Mortlake RSL Hall at 15 Shaw Street between 10am and 2pm on Thursday 8 June and Friday 9 June 2023. On application, art works may be lodged earlier at the Mortlake Community Centre at 101 Dunlop Street, Mortlake.