Pastels Chicago 2023

Pastels Chicago 2023 is open to all U.S. artists, 18 years and older. Artwork's final surface must be 80% traditional dry pastel. All work must be original, created, and produced by the artist within the last three years. Work previously exhibited in any Pastels Chicago Exhibition is not eligible.

Eligibility requirements: No compositions taken from published material or based on another artist's work. No work created in a class, workshop, or under any type of supervision. No work copied from photographs taken by someone else without written authorization from the photographer. No work painted over a mechanical print, copies, or reproductions. No collaborative work.

Entry fee is $35 for members ($45 for non-members) to submit up to three pieces, with $10 for each additional submission, up to five total. No more than two paintings will be accepted. Entry fees are not refundable. Entries are digital only; submit original, high-quality JPEG image files at least 1500 pixels on the longest edge with a maximum file size of 30 MB. Crop images to include only the artwork itself without matting, frames, or background distractions, and ensure correct orientation.

Awards include Best of Show - $1,500, plus additional cash and merchandise awards. Awards will be announced online. Entry deadline is July 17, 2023. For questions about the prospectus, eligibility, artwork requirements, sales, or other matters, contact Mike Kolasinski at [email protected].