Meeker Sheep Dog Classic Art Contest 2014

The Meeker Sheep Dog Classic International Art Contest seeks to exhibit and auction original artwork reflecting sheep dog trials. This is the 27th year of the contest. The 2014 First Place artwork will be used for the 2015 Meeker Classic poster, t-shirts, sweatshirts, mugs, and other official souvenir items.

Eligibility and Requirements: Open to all artists over 18. Entries must be original artwork not previously entered in a Meeker Classic Art Contest, reflecting the theme of sheepdog trials. Any reproducible medium is acceptable except sculptures, photographs, and digital art. Submit up to three pieces with a $35 non-refundable entry fee. All artwork must be available for sale by silent auction for no less than a minimum sale price specified by the artist. Artwork must arrive unframed, ready to hang with necessary hardware, signed, matted with a 2-inch mat, and adequately backed. Protect with clear acetate or plastic for shipping. Ship to: c/o Laurie Simonsen, Wendll's Wondrous Things, 594 Main Street, P.O. Box 256, Meeker, CO 81641. All artwork must arrive by August 9, 2014. Artist is responsible for shipping costs and insurance.

Awards: 1st Place and Art for 2015 Marketing - $2,000; 2nd Place - $650; Shirlee Coy Best of Northwest Colorado - $250; Student Scholar Award - $50; People's Choice Award - $350. The event runs September 3-7, 2014. An art reception will be held Thursday from 5-7pm at the trial site with voting for the People's Choice Award. The silent auction closes Sunday, 30 minutes into the lunch break. Proceeds are split 20% to the Meeker Classic and the balance to the artist. The artist assumes risk of loss or damage during transportation and while in the custody of the Meeker Classic.