Pierrefonds-Roxboro Art Contest
It is with great pleasure that the Borough of Pierrefonds-Roxboro invites Montréal Island artists to participate in the 38th edition of its art contest!
It is with great pleasure that the Borough of Pierrefonds-Roxboro invites Montréal Island artists to participate in the 38th edition of its art contest!
The purpose of this event is to encourage and promote the talent of amateur and professional artists living on the Island of Montréal. You can register as an Amateur or Professional in one of the categories you’ll find below. A jury of visual arts professionals (artists, educators, etc.) will evaluate the works by category and select the winners.
The awards will be presented at a gala evening on June 14, 2024, at the Pierrefonds Cultural Centre. The award ceremony will be followed by the vernissage for the exhibition of all participants’ works, which will run until July 6, 2024.
Those interested in entering the competition are asked to read the rules and complete the entry form by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, April 29, 2024.
Registration
The borough of Pierrefonds-Roxboro has adopted an eco-responsible approach, multiplying actions and initiatives to limit its ecological footprint and impact on the environment. For this reason, registrations will be made online only by filling out the form.
Need help?
If you are unable to complete the form online, please contact us at 514 702-1812.
Participation
Categories
*Choose only one category
Amateur
Youth* – All mediums
- 5 to 8 years old
- 9 to 12 years old
- 13 to 17 years old
*Age as of May 1st, 2024. Proof of age required when works are submitted
Senior (65 years old +) - All mediums
Adult (18 to 64 years old)
- Painting (oil or acrylic)
- Watercolor or gouache
- Drawing or mixed media
- Recycled art
Professional (18 years old+)
- Painting (oil or acrylic)
- Watercolor or gouache
- Drawing or mixed media
- Recycled art
NON-REFUNDABLE registration fees
These fees must be paid when the artwork is submitted, on May 6, 2024.
Residents of Ville de Montréal
- Youth: $3*
- Adults and seniors: $5
Residents of another city on the island of Montreal
- Youth: $5*
- Adults and seniors: $5
*Payment: cash, credit or debit
Important dates
Until April 29, 2024*
Registration period
*Any registration received after this date will be refused.
Monday, May 6, 2024 between 1:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. *
Submission of artworks at the Pierrefonds Cultural Centre
Friday, May 10, 2024
Jury evaluation
Friday, June 14, 2024
Awards Ceremony and Exhibition opening (vernissage) at the Pierrefonds Cultural Centre.
Friday, June 14 to July 6, 2024
Exhibition of participants’ artwork at the Pierrefonds Cultural Centre.
Wednesday, July 10, 2024, between 3:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m*
Recovery of the works at the Pierrefonds Cultural Centre.
*We count on you to note this date in your diary so that we can keep to it. If you are unable to come on this date, please contact us to make an appointment.
Work deposit
Date : Monday, May 6, 2024, between 1 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Location : Pierrefonds Cultural Centre (13850, boul. Gouin O, Pierrefonds, QC H8Z 1X7)
Note
- It is very important to keep to this schedule.
- All requests for a delay must be made by phone at 514 702-1812 May 1, 2024 at the latest.
- It should be noted that approval of a delay will depend on the progress of the judges’ work.
Dimensions and framing
Be sure to observe the following rules to avoid your work being rejected.
Dimension
The maximum dimensions including the frame are: 90 cm x 105 cm (35.43 in. x 41.34 in.)
Framing
Only works framed and ready to hang will be accepted. Exceptions:
- Gallery canvases 2 cm (1.5 in.) thick are accepted only if all four sides of the canvas are painted. These works must also be ready to hang.
- Framing with an easel support is not accepted, even for a small format.
Hanging system
Only the following hanging system is accepted: eyelets placed in the top third of the frame, with a metal wire under tension. Metal wire may not be replaced by rope, fishing line or nylon.
Distribution of prizes
- 1st prize, all mediums: $200
• 2nd prize, all mediums: $100
• 1st prize, painting: $200
• 1st prize, watercolours or gouache: $200
• 1st prize, drawing or mixed technique: $200
• 1st prize, recycled art: $200
• 1st prize, all mediums: $150
• 2nd prize, all mediums: $100
• 1st prize, all mediums: $150
• 2nd prize, all mediums: $100
• 1st prize, all mediums: $150
• 2nd prize, all mediums: $100
- 1st prize, painting: $300
- 1st prize, watercolours or gouache: $300
- 1st prize, drawing or mixed techniques: $300
- 1st prize, recycled art” $300
Recipients of a mention awarded by the jury receive $50.
Need help?
Contact us if you have questions.