This prize celebrates the practice of drawing, a foundational skill for good artistic practice. Artists are invited to submit drawings completed in a variety of media including (but not limited to) pencil, charcoal, or pen.
Artists entering a Drawing may also enter a supporting sketchbook to be displayed in the finalist’s exhibition.
PLEASE NOTE THE HAROLD & AGNES RICHARDSON DRAWING PRIZE EXHIBITION IS NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC DURING THE LIFE DRAWING EXTRAVGANZA ON SATURDAY 25TH FEBRUARY
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| Event Activity | Date | |
| 1 | Entry forms submitted to RQAS by: | Tuesday 31st January |
| 2 | Bring in day-Artwork to be delivered to RQAS: | Tuesday 14th February, 10:30am to 3:00pm |
| 3 | Exhibition Opens to Public: | Friday 17th February 10:00am |
| 4 | Opening Night | Friday 17th February 7:00pm |
| 5 | Life Drawing Extravaganza | Saturday 25th February |
| 6 | Exhibition closes: | Sunday 12th March, 3:30pm |
| 7 | Bump out Day - pickup your work: | Monday 13th March, 10:00am to 12:00pm |
| Entry Fee | Description |
| $45 | Per Artwork |
| $30 | Per Artwork - RQAS Brisbane Branch Members |
| Prizes | |
| First Prize | $1200 |
| Second Prize | $600 |
| ThirdPrize | $400 |
| Peoples Choice | 12 Months free RQAS Brisbane Branch Membership |
Terms & Conditions
Entry
1.1 Entry fee $45 per artwork (RQAS Brisbane Branch Members $30) Entry fees are not refundable.
1.2 Completed entry forms are to be returned, with the entry fee to: entries@rqas.com.au or Unit 3, 162 Petrie Terrace Brisbane by Tuesday, 31st of January 2023.
1.3 A selection process may be implemented, based on the quality of artworks, their relevance to the brief or if the number entered exceed the gallery capacity. When all entry forms have been received, artists will be notified if a selection process will be implemented, and all artists will be advised if they have been selected as a finalist or not.
1.4 Artwork must not have won a prize in any other competition.
1.5 Artwork must not have been entered in an RQAS sponsored competition in the last two years.
Delivery
2.1 Artworks to be delivered to the Gallery at 3/162 Petrie Terrace, Brisbane, QLD, 4000, on Tuesday, 14th of February 2023 between 10am and 3:30pm.
2.2 If you are not able to deliver at this time please contact the gallery to make alternative arrangements once your entry form has been submitted.
Artwork
3.1 Entries must be the original work of the exhibitor, and not infringe the copyright, moral rights or other rights of any third party. If you are submitting a portrait the entrant must have the subject’s consent to enter the artwork in this exhibition including ensuring they understand the artwork may be displayed to the public.
3.2 Exhibitors agree to images of their work being reproduced in print and online for promotional purposes, to this end please include a digital jpeg file with your online entry or email to entries@rqas.com.au. Save file as “yourname_artworktitle”
3.3 All works need to be easily carried by 1 person.
3.4 Each artwork must not exceed 1.5 m in width.
3.5 Entries are accepted, displayed, and returned at the owner’s risk. Freight and insurance are also the owner’s responsibility. All care will be taken, but no responsibility accepted for loss or damage.
3.6 Any questions artists have during installation must be addressed to the Creative Director or their representative.
3.7 Should any dispute arise where no specific ruling is laid down the committee’s decision is final.
Presentation
4.1 Artworks MUST be clean, dry and professionally finished (such as but not limited to: squared up, with no damage to work or frame). Any artwork not professionally finished will not be able to be placed on display.
4.2 Framed or otherwise mounted artworks must be ready to hang using “D” rings placed approximately 5 -10cm from the top of the frame. Wire or string is not required.
4.3 Clearly mark the artist’s name, contact details, title of work, and price on the artwork.
4.4 Artworks will only be displayed at the discretion of the Gallery, we will not display artwork deemed unsafe, offensive, or unsuitable.
4.5 Any questions artists have during installation must be addressed to the Creative Director or their representative.
Sales
5.1 Artwork must be for sale, please allow for RQAS commission and any applicable GST when setting price. Artists aged 17yrs or under DO NOT have to list their artwork for sale, but must notify gallery at time of entry.
5.2 The gallery will charge 27.5% commission (including GST) on all sales.
5.3 We offer 3-month lay-by options for buyers. Any lay-by not finalised within this time will have the artwork returned to the Artist.
5.4 Artists will be paid for any sales after the end of the exhibition OR when any lay-by is paid in full.
Pick up/Bump Out
6.1 Entries may ONLY be picked up at the end of the exhibition. Bump out is Monday, 13th of March between 10am-12pm.
6.2 Works not collected within three months of the exhibition closing date may be disposed of at the discretion of the RQAS Management Committee.
Events & Prizes
7.1 Opening Night is Friday, 17th of March at 7pm. All entrants and their guests must book in to opening event.
When entering artwork into RQAS exhibitions, the artworks need to be presented and finished in a professional manner. This helps the gallery to create a cohesive exhibition with a professional look, as well as ensuring the hanging process is easy and safe for our staff and volunteers.
PLEASE REFER TO THE EXHIBITION TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR MINIMUM FRAMING REQUIREMENTS.
Artworks must be clean, dry and professionally finished before being delivered to the gallery. This includes cleaning the glass and wiping off any dust that may have accumulated while in storage.
To download guidelines and view images please click here
Painted Edges & Framed Works
If works on stretched canvas are not framed the edges of the canvas must be cleanly finished. Artists may choose to paint the edge a single colour such as grey or a colour that complements the artwork, see Figure 1, or you may complete the artwork in the “round” as in Figure 2. In the “round” means to extend the painting around the edge of the canvas. Essentially, the edges should not have random marks, such as fingerprints or paint drips.
D Rings
Framed artworks and works on canvas (or otherwise mounted) must be ready to hang on the wall using medium or large sized “D” rings placed approximately 5-10cm from the top of the frame. Attach hooks facing upwards and on the outside of the canvas frame, as pictured in Figure 3. Wire or string is not required. However, if you would like to add wire or string, please see Figure 3. As you can see the wire is further down the canvas and is not attached to the top “D” ring.
Squaring Up
To determine if a rectangular or square canvas is “square” or “squared up”, measure the diagonal of the canvas/artwork, and it should be the same length both ways. Please refer to Figure 4.
Foxing & Mould
Foxing is an age-related process of deterioration that causes spots and browning and can appear as brown, yellow, or red stains on the paper or canvas. If it appears on an artwork mat, the work must be reframed with a new mat. If it appears on the canvas or paper, it must be treated and repainted, so it is not visible.
Artwork Labels
Clearly mark the artist’s name, contact details, the title of work, and price on an artwork label, to be placed on the back of the work. We need this information to easily identify your artwork before the exhibition labels (didactics) and catalogue are printed for the exhibition. Some artists choose to write this information on the back of the frame/canvas directly. You may also choose to include this on a removable/temporary label, or on a permanent label or “Certificate of Authenticity”.