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ARTIST TRADING CARD CONTEST
July 1 - August 16, 2008

ABOUT ARTIST TRADING CARDS:

Artist Trading Cards (ATC's) are an international phenomenon that started in 1997 when Swiss artist M. Vanci Stirnemann exhibited 1,200 original cards and invited other artists to trade their own cards with him at the end of the exhibit. More than ten years later, artists around the world are creating and trading cards at swap meets and online. Artwork for ATC's can be in any media and style, but the official size for Artist Trading Cards around the world is always 2.5 x 3.5 inches. For more information about ATC's, see the original Artist Trading Card website and the Wikipedia's page about Artist Trading Cards.

CONTEST RULES AND INFORMATION:

Format and Media:

  • All entries must incorporate at least one color of Stabilo Point 88 marker (fine tip) or Stabilo Pen 68 marker (narrow bullet tip) (available at Muse Art and Design: Point 88 in 25 colors $0.95 each, Pen 68 in 28 colors, $1.25 each)
  • All entries must be on heavy-weight paper measuring 2.5 inches by 3.5 inches. (recommended paper: Strathmore Artist Trading Card packs, available from Muse Art and Design in 7 kinds of paper, $2.00 each)
  • Any media may be used in addition to Stabilo pens.

Submitting Entries:

  • Each card must have the artist's name and age written legibly on the back.
  • You may enter as many cards as you wish.
  • Each person who enters must fill out an official entry form. You may use a single entry form to submit multiple cards. click here for entry form
  • Bring or send entries to Muse Art and Design, 4224 SE Hawthorne Blvd between July 1 and August 16.
  • Each person entering will receive one free Stabilo Point 88 marker with the submission of their completed contest entry. (One free marker per person. Free markers must be picked up in person at Muse Art and Design).
  • Entries may also be created and submitted during the Hawthorne Street Fair on Saturday, August 16, 2008 at the Muse Art and Design ArtFair at SE 42nd and Hawthorne.
  • All entries must be received by 4 P.M., Saturday, August 16, 2008.
  • Reproductions and photographs of entries may be used by Muse Art and Design for promotional purposes.

Judging and Prizes:

  • Entries will be judged on originality, use of media, and effective use of the 2.5” x 3.5” format.
  • Contest judging will begin at 4 P.M. on August 16th, 2008. Entries will be judged by an independent panel of judges from the Portland art community. Winners will be announced at 5 P.M. You do not need to be present to win.
  • Winners not present on August 16 will be notified by telephone or email on Monday, August 18, 2008.
  • Prizes will be awarded in four age categories: 12 and under, 13-18, 19-65, and 66+
  • Prizes to be awarded include:
    Overall grand prizes:
    - 1st prize: one iPod nano
    - 2nd prize: one $100 gift certificate for art supplies from Muse Art and Design
    - “Viewer favorite" award: Set of 40 Stabilo Pen 68 markers ($50 value)
    Additional prizes in each age category:
    - Stabilo Pen Sets
    - Strathmore blank Artist Trading Card packs
    - Additional art supplies
  • Entries will be put on display at Muse Art and Design as they are received and will be displayed in a special exhibit during the Hawthorne Street Fair on Saturday, August 16, 2008.
  • In addition to grand prizes and awards in each age category, a "Viewer Favorite" award will be given to the entry that receives the most votes from the public between July 1 and August 16. The earlier you submit your entry, the more exposure it will have to get votes for the "viewer favorite" award!
  • All entries will be entered into a drawing to win a set of 20 Stabilo Point 88 markers. (one drawing entry for each Artist Trading Card entered)

Optional Swap Meet:

Immediately after judging and awarding of prizes at 5:00 P.M. on Saturday, August 16th, 2008 a swap meet will be held for artists who wish to trade their cards. Please be sure to indicate on your entry form whether you wish to participate in the swap meet or make your cards available for trading. Further details about the swap meet will be available by late July.

Claiming Prizes and Entered Cards:

  • Prizes not picked up on August 16th must be claimed at Muse Art and Design by August 31, 2008. (Prizes can be mailed only to addresses outside the Portland metropolitan area)
  • Cards not traded at the Swap Meet must be picked up at Muse Art and Design by August 31. All entries and artwork not picked up by August 31, 2008 become the property of Muse Art and Design.


All August 16th contest events will occur in the ArtFair area of the Hawthorne Street Fair at Southeast 42nd Ave and Hawthorne Blvd.