ENTRY FEES

Conditions of Entry

ENTRY
1.1 Entry fees are not refundable and non-transferable.
Entry Fees
$50 per artwork
1.2 Entry forms can be completed either:
• on the RQAS website,
• emailed to: entries@rqas.com.au
• or are to be returned to Petrie Terrace Gallery at Unit 3, 162 Petrie Terrace Brisbane.
1.3 The RQAS will email you to confirm if your artwork has been selected as a finalist or not, or if we need further information about your entry. Only Finalists will have their artwork displayed in the gallery.
1.4 High Resolution Image(s) of your work must be provided by the entries closed date for your entry to be accepted. Images must be submitted as a digital jpeg or png file. Save the file as “yourname_artworktitle”.
MEDIUM
2.1 The artwork must be painted in Oil Paint, Acrylic (or other water-based media), Mixed Media, Pastel or as a digitally painted image.
2.2 A suitably framed and mounted Giclee image is acceptable as an entry for a digitally painted image. A digitally painted image must be a unique artwork; therefore an edition artwork will not be accepted as an entry.
2.3 Drawings, collages, photographs or artworks with photographic elements will not be accepted.
2.4 This exhibition does not accept entries that were completed in whole or in part by artificial intelligence.
2.5 Artists must provide a brief statement clearly outlining the medium and techniques used to create their artwork as part of the selection process.
ELIGIBILITY
3.1 Entrant must be over 18yrs old and a resident of Queensland. Proof of Address may be required.
3.2 Human figure must be clearly integrated into the composition.
3.3 Artwork must not have won a prize in any other competition.
3.4 Artwork must not have been a finalist in an exhibition organised by RQAS in the 24 months prior to entries closing.
3.5 Artwork must be for sale.
SELECTION, JUDGING & PRIZES
4.1 An online selection process will be conducted by a qualified selection panel which includes the exhibition judges.
4.2 After the submissions have been processed, all artists will be emailed to advise if they have been selected as a finalist or not. Only finalists will have their work exhibited in the exhibition.
4.3 Prizes to the value of:
First Prize $10,000
Second Prize $1,000
People’s Choice Award $500
4.4 The judge/s will select the winning works in person from the finalist exhibition.
4.5 The Judge/s decision is final, and no correspondence will be entered into.
SIZE
5.1 Artworks must not exceed 1.53m in width, including frame.
5.2 All works must not weigh more than 15kgs and need to be easily and safely carried by 1 to 2 people.
5.3 Artwork may be made up of multiple panels, providing all panels still fit within the size restrictions noted above
PRESENTATION
6.1 The work must be suitably presented and ready to be safely displayed with the appropriate hardware, as well as being clean and dry. Refer to Presentation guidelines on the website.
6.2 Any artwork not clean or professionally finished will not be able to be placed on display. Damaged artworks/frames will also not be able to be placed on display.
6.3 Stretched canvas edges must be painted in the round or in a solid colour.
6.4 Frames must be square with no damage.
6.5 Framed artworks and works on canvas (or otherwise mounted) must be ready to hang on the wall using large “D” rings placed approximately 5cm from the top of the frame. Wire or string is not required. Refer to framing guidelines.
6.6 Artworks will only be displayed at the absolute discretion of the RQAS, and we will not display any artwork deemed unsafe, offensive, or unsuitable.
6.7 Your artwork must be clearly labelled on the back with your name and contact details.
6.8 Multi-panelled artworks must include a picture of the assembled work with clear instructions for installation
6.9 Any questions artists have during installation must be addressed to the Director of Gallery Operations or their representative.

PERMISSIONS & COPYRIGHT:
7.1 Exhibitors agree to grant RQAS a non-exclusive, sub-licensable, worldwide, perpetual and irrevocable license to exercise copyright in your artwork for the purposes of administering, promoting and providing information about the exhibition. This includes producing photographs, catalogues and advertising for promotional purposes
7.2 Entries must be the original work of the exhibitor, and not infringe the copyright, moral rights, or other rights of any third party. Entries should also adhere to Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property protocols.
7.3 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.
DELIVERY, INSTALLATION & PICK-UP:
8.1 Artists will be notified by email if they are a finalist, and finalists will be published on the RQAS website.
8.2 Artworks to be delivered to the Petrie Terrace Gallery between Wednesday 1st April and Thursday 2nd April between 10:00am-3:30pm. If you are not able to deliver on these dates please contact the gallery to make alternative arrangements.
8.3 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.
8.4 Artworks cannot be delivered by post. A courier can deliver your artwork at the specific delivery times above.
8.5 If you are a finalist and your artwork is not delivered within the times allowed it will not be hung in the exhibition.
8.6 Any questions artists have during installation must be addressed to the Director of Gallery Operations or their representative.
8.7 Works are to be picked up on Monday 11th May between 10:00am – 12:00pm.
8.8 Works not collected within three months of the exhibition closing date may be disposed of at the discretion of the RQAS Committee.
COMMISSION & SALES:
9.1 Artwork must be for sale. Please allow for commission and any applicable GST when setting price.
9.2 Commission of 33.3% Including GST will be retained by RQAS Brisbane Branch to support and promote local artists.
9.3 Artists will be paid for any sales after the end of the exhibition or when the artwork is paid in full.
GENERAL
10.1 All entrants and their guests must book into the opening event and purchase a ticket if they wish to attend. Attendance to the exhibition is free outside of ticketed events.
10.2 Should any dispute arise where no specific ruling is laid down, the matter will be referred to the RQAS Brisbane Branch Management and the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Art Prize organisation committee. Any decision made is final.

Finishing and Professionalism for Artwork Entered into RQAS Exhibitions

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”.