Information & Rules
The competition rules for the RissiFest Art and Craft Competition
- Eligibility: Open to all, including amateurs and professionals, in separate divisions. Entrants under 18 must have parental consent.
- Submission Guidelines:
- One entry per category per participant.
- Entries must be original works created by the entrant.
- Entries must be submitted with the appropriate forms, clearly marked with the entrant's name, age group, and category.
- Size and weight restrictions may apply, depending on the category.
- Entries need to be delivered to Great Rissington Club by 10am on Saturday the 13th September 2025 for Judging.
- Judging Criteria:
- Creativity and Originality (40%)
- Technical Skill and Execution (30%)
- Visual Impact and Presentation (20%)
- Relevance to Category (10%)
- Entry Fee: There is a nominal £1 entry fee to cover administrative costs.
- Deadline: Entries must be submitted by the specified date prior to the event. Late entries will not be accepted.
- Prizes: Prizes will be awarded for the top entries in each category, with special recognition for overall excellence.
- Health and Safety: Entrants must comply with all applicable health and safety regulations, particularly in categories involving potentially hazardous materials.
- Rights: Entrants grant RissiFest the right to use images of their entries for promotional purposes.
- Disqualification: Failure to comply with these rules may result in disqualification.
- Decisions Final: Judges' decisions are final and binding.
- Responsibility: RissiFest and its organizers are not responsible for any damage, loss, or injury that may occur during the preparation, display, or transportation of the entries.
- Special Requirements: Specific rules or guidelines may apply to individual categories. Please review the detailed rules for each category, which will be provided upon registration.
- Sales: If applicable, sales of artwork on-site may be subject to regulations and fees, to be outlined in separate documents.
- Display and Retrieval: Guidelines for the display and retrieval of entries, including setup and teardown times, will be provided to participants in advance.
- Use of Recycled or Sustainable Materials: Encouraged where applicable, especially in the Upcycling and Recycled Art category.
- Accessibility and Inclusively: RissiFest strives to make the competition accessible to all, regardless of age, ability, or background.
Please review these rules carefully before entering. Participation signifies acceptance of these rules. The RissiFest Art and Craft Competition provides a vibrant platform for artistic expression, creativity, and cultural celebration. May the most creative and skilful artists shine!