Each year the Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion annual poster artwork becomes an item for collectors and festival enthusiasts alike. In fact, the posters are in such high demand that many of them are completely out of print. Renowned artists such as P. Buckley Moss, Charles Vess and April Street have all contributed their talents for the annual poster; you could add your name to this distinguished list by entering your artwork in our BRRR 2012 Annual Poster Art Competition.
The deadline for entry is Friday, February 17, 2012 at 5pm. Any submissions received after the deadline will not be considered. There is no fee to enter.
Artwork Content
Artwork should be original in content with a music or BRRR festival related theme. Original artwork derived from paintings or other mediums such as photography and graphic design will all be considered.
It is preferred, but not required, for entry to incorporate the following information: 12th Annual, Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion, State Street, Downtown Bristol, TN/VA, bristolrhythm.com, September 14-16, 2012. An email request to obtain official BRRR logo should be sent to marketing@bristolrhythm.com. Please, do not attempt to get logo from any other online source. If you do not wish to use the above information and logo in your design, please note that it will be added later in final production.
To familiarize yourself with posters we have used in the past, click here.
Submission Format
Entries should be submitted as 18″w x 24″h, full bleed posters. Paper quality is of no concern. Please, do not submit a disc at this time, hard copy only. If your work is chosen we will ask that you send a high-resolution, electronic version measuring 18.25″w x 24.25″h to allow for full bleed printing.
Please, do not send three-dimentional objects, paintings or any medium that will have to be reproduced. Posters only. We are looking for as close to a finished product as possible for judging.
Submission Guidelines
One artist may submit multiple posters, but additions should be packaged together. Artist’s full name, address, phone number, year of entry and email address should be written clearly on the back of each entry. Original, signed release forms are required for the use of copyrighted images or “subjects” whether public or private citizens. Release forms are not provided by the festival.
Do not use collages or posters that mimic ad campaigns or use of celebrities or models who have not granted you permission to use their image.
Do not mount, frame or laminate your entry.
Posters should not be folded before mailing. Please roll them up into a tube.
Eligibility
There are no age, nationality or professional restrictions. The competition is open to everyone. If you are under 18 you must have written permission from a parent to enter.
Rules
If chosen as Grand Prize winner artist must agree to only minor revisions of artwork, if needed. Grand Prize winner must agree to be present at press conference for unveiling of the artwork. Electronic, high-resolution file of Grand Prize winning artwork must be supplied to BRRR after announcement. Grand Prize Winner will not re-produce artwork for sale. Only original version of artwork may be sold.
Prize
$250 cash will be awarded to Grand Prize winner. One poster will be selected and chosen as the official poster artwork for Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion 2012. The artwork is used on collectible festival posters, on the cover of Festival Guide, and in a number of other print and online campaigns during the year. The artist will be credited with the design in final print. A press conference unveiling of artwork will be arranged. Online publicity about the artist will be delivered to all BRRR e-newsletter recipients and press contacts. Grand Prize winner will be allowed to keep artwork in its original format for resale. Artist poster signing at 2012 festival will be arranged if artist wishes to participate, participation is not required. Time and date of signing will be published in BRRR 2012 Festival Guide.
Where to Submit
All submissions should be mailed to BRRR 2012 Poster Art Competition, 416 State Street, Suite A, Bristol, TN 37620. Any work received after the deadline will not be considered. Questions? Contact Charlene Baker, marketing@bristolrhythm.com.