Entry Rules

Competitions are held at most of the monthly general meetings.
There is no entry fee

  • Entrants must be in line at the print registration table no later than 7:45 p.m. NO EXCEPTIONS.
  • Entrants must be present to enter the competition.
  • Entrants may not remove their prints from the competition until the conclusion of the judging.
  • Only current PPGBA members may enter.
  • One entry per member, except months when folios or wedding albums are allowed (1 entry of each type for these competitions).
  • Entries will be judged in the category in which they are entered.
  • Tear sheets (if applicable) must be enclosed in an envelope and attached to the top center on the back of the print or transparency.
  • All prints must be mounted – minimum mount size is 16x20, but there is no minimum or maximum print size.
  • Canvas prints on stretcher frames MUST have a cardboard backing to protect the other prints.
  • Framed prints will not be accepted.
  • No title or name of maker can appear on the front of the mount.
  • Transparencies can only be entered in the Commercial category; they must be 2 1/4" x 2 1/4" or larger, and must be mounted in a 12" x 12" black mount.
  • Entrants must fill out a form at the registration table with name, category, and title of entry. Prints titled "Untitled" are not acceptable.
  • PPGBA assumes no responsibility for loss or damage to any entries.
  • No print, folio, album can be entered into competition more than once.