The Seattle Artist League Portrait Awards encourage artists to develop the theme of portraiture in their work. The awards are open to everyone age sixteen and over, to recognize the outstanding and innovative work in drawing, painting, printmaking, and mixed media. Artists near and far are encouraged to submit up to three 2D artworks of any media.
Artwork must be original, and must have been produced within the last 18 months. Sold work, works not for sale, and works not available to show in person are eligible to win. Artworks will be judged on creativity, composition, skill, and visual impact. Visitportraitawards.artcall.org for the full list of guidelines.
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Seattle Artist League 2nd Annual Portrait Awards, 2022
You are invited to contribute to the 2nd annual Seattle Artist League Portrait Awards!
1st Prize: $1,000 cash
2nd Prize: $500 SAL Gift Certificate
3rd Prize: $300 SAL Gift Certificate
Honorable Mentions: $100 SAL Gift Certificates
Guest judge: Catherine Lepp
Call ends 5/1/2022 @ midnight PST
The Seattle Artist League Portrait Awards encourage artists to develop the theme of portraiture in their work. The awards are open to everyone age sixteen and over, to recognize the outstanding and innovative work in drawing, painting, printmaking, and mixed media. Artists near and far are encouraged to submit up to three 2D artworks of any media.
Artwork must be original, and must have been produced within the last 18 months. Sold work, works not for sale, and works not available to show in person are eligible to win. Artworks will be judged on creativity, composition, skill, and visual impact. Visitportraitawards.artcall.org for the full list of guidelines.
Entry is $35. Artists do not need to be affiliated with the Seattle Artist League to win, but SAL Members enter free! Contact us for your member code. Click here for information about becoming a member of the Seattle Artist League. Short on funds? Contact us for a scholarship.
Deadline for Submissions: May 1, 2022
Link for Submissions: portraitawards.artcall.org
Questions? Contact us:
portraitawards@seattleartistleague.com
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