Recycled Art Contest - Cantigny Park

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Cantigny
September24
SATURDAY • 10 am - 4 pm
Recycle & Reuse
Keep America Beautiful
Challenge Yourself
Recycled Art Contest
Open to High School and College Students
Mixed Media • Any Art Medium
All Art Categories • Cash Prizes
Details and Rules on Entry Form
Visit Cantigny.org or call 630 260 8266 to receive an entry form.
1s151 Winfield Road
Wheaton, IL 60189
630 668 5161
Cantigny.org

Recycled Art Contest
Entry Form
Attach a copy of this application to the back of
artwork and deliver by Monday, Sept. 19 to:
Cantigny Park - Laura Evans
1s151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL 60189
Phone: 630 260 8266
HIGH SCHOOL & COLLEGE STUDENTS
Date: Saturday, September 24, 2011
Time:
10 am – 4 pm
Place: Cantigny Park, Wheaton, IL
Green Fair Recycled Art Contest is open to
all High School and College students. All
entries to be delivered at Cantigny by
Monday, September 19, 2011.
Artwork: mixed media & open to all categories. Any art medium is
acceptable. Entries must use recycled content – either recycled
materials or items which can be recycled and should use no VOC
paints. Materials may include metals, paper, clothing, rubber,
glass and plastic. Permitted use of non-recyclable fasteners such
as glue or tape.
Prizes: 1 st Prize - $150, Most Educational - $150, 2 nd Prize - $75,
3 rd Prize - $50 and Honorable Mention Awards for Originality,
Creativity and Best Use of Recycled Content. Entries will be judged
on educational value as well as overall artistic concept and use of
materials. Every entry will receive a Certificate of Recognition.
Deadline: Monday, September 19, 2011
Artist Name:
Name of School:
Address:
City:
Today’s Date:
Phone:
Email:
Zip:
Describe art medium and recycled content used:
I will donate my artwork to be displayed.
I want to keep my artwork, and I will pick it up at Cantigny between 9/25 and 9/28
All entry rules and details of the Green Fair Recycled Art Contest are incorporated in this entry form. Additionally, I give
permission to have accepted artwork displayed to the public in connection with any and all events coordinated with or by
Cantigny or to have the image reproduced for fundraising and publicity purposes. I understand that any individuals,
businesses, property owners or organizations affiliated with this contest and exhibits are not liable for any damage or theft of
artwork. Entries must be picked up at Cantigny by Wednesday, September 28, 2011. Unclaimed art will become the property
of Cantigny. I have read and understand this statement. By signing, I agree to conditions/terms of this form and application.
Signature:
Parent/Guardian Signature (if artist is under 18):
Cantigny Park
• Is151 Winfield Road • Wheaton, IL 60189 • PH: 630 260 8266 • FAX: 630 260 8160 • Cantigny.org
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ART CONTEST RULES
Only high school or college students may enter the contest.
One entry per artist and one artist per entry.
All entries must be original artwork and must be submitted to the park by Monday, Sept. 19.
Artwork cannot be larger than 10 feet x 10 feet x 10 feet.
Entries must use recycled content – either recycled materials or items which can be recycled –
metals, paper, rubber, glass, plastic, cloth or other recycled content materials. Paints should be
no or low VOC paints.
Permitted use of non-recyclable fasteners, such as glue or tape.
Copy of entry form must be included on the back of artwork – please do not staple or glue to
artwork.
Entries may include a written description of theme, message and recycled materials used.
Entries must be in good taste, as they will be publicly displayed. Inappropriate entries will be
automatically disqualified.
Fair is free to public, $5 per car parking fee. All entrants will receive free admission.
At least one person must be present at all times to man your artwork. Entrants must be present
for awards presentation on September 24.
Disclaimer: Cantigny, SCARCE, event sponsors or any individuals, businesses or organizations
affiliated with the Green Fair/Art Contest assume no liability whatsoever. Insurance is not
provided.
Cantigny Park
• Is151 Winfield Road • Wheaton, IL 60189 • PH: 630 260 8266 • FAX: 630 260 8160 • Cantigny.org
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