1. The design must reflect the Medieval/Renaissance era.

2. The entry should be in a vertical format 18" x 24."

3. The following information must be included in the poster design:

          a. The Faire’s name: Alabama Renaissance Faire

          b. Date of the Faire: October 27-28, 2012

          c. The place: Florence, Alabama

4. The artist must submit a full-size (18" x 24") color comprehensive layout on rigid board. Artists who design their entries on computer may submit a reduced version of their artwork while maintaining the 18" x 24" proportions. The winner will be required to prepare final artwork. The winning design will be screenprinted on posters and concession items such as t-shirts.

5. Poster designs may be produced in any media suitable for reproduction.

6. All entries are due by (TBD), and the winner will be notified by (TBD).

7. A prize of $500 will be paid to the winner on receipt of camera-ready artwork or disk containing computer design to be submitted no later than (TBD).

8. A panel of judges will make the final determination of the winning entry based on artistic merit and suitability as a visual image for the Alabama Renaissance Faire.

Send entries to:

     Alabama Renaissance Faire

     Florence City Schools

     541 Riverview Drive

     Florence, AL 35630

ENTRY FEE: $10.00 – Make check payable to Alabama Renaissance Faire. If mailed as a classroom project in one package of five or more entries, entry fee is $1.00 per student.

The Alabama Renaissance Faire retains the right to photograph and/or exhibit all entries. The winning artist releases all rights to the Alabama Renaissance Faire.

Every precaution will be taken in handling entries, but the Alabama Renaissance Faire assumes no responsibility for loss or damage. The Alabama Renaissance Faire reserves the right to reproduce any work accepted in the competition for publicity purposes.

Hand deliveries will be accepted (TBD), between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. at the office of the Florence City Schools, 541 Riverview Drive, Florence, Alabama. Non-winners’ works may be picked up on or before (TBD). After this date, all entries not claimed will become property of the Alabama Renaissance Faire.