Trekell 2024 Juried Pet Portrait Competition Panel

Get ready to dive into a new realm of creativity with Trekell's exclusive 2024 Pet Portrait Competition Panel! This year's competition promises more excitement, inspiration, and artistic innovation than ever before. Our brand-new panel shape for 2024 is designed to challenge and ignite your imagination, offering a unique canvas to bring your pet portraits to life.

Introducing Nick Eisele, our esteemed judge for this year. Known for his keen artistic insight, Nick will be evaluating each masterpiece with a discerning eye, ensuring that exceptional talent gets the spotlight it deserves. Your work has the chance to stand out and earn community recognition and a wide variety of rewards!

This isn't just another competition; it's a celebration of your artistic journey. By purchasing this limited edition panel, you secure your entry into the 2024 competition, where you can showcase your skills, capture the charm of beloved pets, and compete for amazing prizes.

Join the vibrant community of artists at Trekell, and let your creativity shine. Don't miss this opportunity to leave your mark and become part of an inspiring tradition. Grab your 2024 Pet Portrait Competition Panel today and embark on a creative adventure like no other!

• Dimensions: 8" x 8" for a compact and versatile canvas size.
• 1/2" Thick Raw Baltic Birch: B/BB Grade for the highest quality and durability.
• Pre-sanded with 180 grit sandpaper for a smooth and ready-to-use surface.
• Seal and prime with the product of your choice to customize your painting experience.
• Suitable for various media when properly prepped: oil paint, acrylic paint, watercolor paint, gouache paint, ink, charcoal, pastel, pencil, pyrography, and enamel paint.
• Convenient keyhole in the back for easy hanging—no frame or additional hardware required.
• Proudly made in the USA, ensuring craftsmanship and quality you can trust.

Prizes:

Advanced Category:

• Seasoned artists with 5+ years of painting experience, demonstrating mastery in their chosen medium, values, colors, design, and painting handling.
• First Place: Win an impressive $1,000 in cash!
• Second Place: Earn a remarkable $750 in cash!
• Third Place: Secure a well-deserved $500 in cash!

Intermediate Category:

• Artists with 2-4 years of painting experience, displaying confidence in handling proper values with their chosen medium.
• First Place: Take home a fantastic $500 in cash!
• Second Place: Receive a noteworthy $250 in cash!
• Third Place: Claim a respectable $150 in cash!

Beginner Category:

• Painters who have been exploring their artistic journey for 2 years or less, possessing basic knowledge and limited experience.
• First Place: Be delighted with a rewarding $250 in cash!
• Second Place: Enjoy a gratifying $150 in cash!
• Third Place: Capture a fulfilling $100 in cash!

Kids Category (12 & Under):

• Exciting mystery prizes await the talented young artists who showcase their creativity and passion. First, second, and third place winners will each receive enticing mystery prizes!

Top Animal Category:

• Three members of our Pro Team will have the privilege of selecting their favorite cat, dog, and all other pets in this exciting new category. The winner of each category will be awarded a $100 Trekell gift card!

Pro Team Picks:

• Three Pro Team artists will handpick their favorites, with the winners earning an exclusive Trekell brush set curated by the Pro Team artists who selected them!

Trekell Staff Picks:

• The Trekell staff will choose 18 of their favorite entries to receive a $25 Trekell Gift Certificate!

Rules:

1. Eligibility and Winning Limitation:

• Each individual is eligible to win only once in the competition.
• There is no restriction on the number of panels that can be purchased and entered.

2. Nature of the Competition:

• This competition is juried, and prizes will be awarded based on the demonstration of exceptional skill and creativity.
• It is important to note that this is not a random lottery where winners are chosen by chance.

3. Entry Requirement:

• Your entry into the competition is confirmed upon the purchase of an official 2024 Trekell Pet Portrait Panel.
• To be eligible, all entries must be created on the official 2024 Trekell Pet Portrait Panel.

4. Submission Deadline:

• The deadline for all entries is August 31st, 2024, 11:59 PM PST
• Entries received after the specified date will not be considered for the competition.

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR ENTRY!

Please ensure that you carefully review the complete set of rules and guidelines to ensure compliance with all requirements. We appreciate your understanding and adherence to these regulations as we strive to maintain the integrity and fairness of the competition.