Graffiti art can be seen almost anywhere as an artistic form of public expression. However, it can also be considered vandalism and an eyesore in underused or abandoned areas. To celebrate the diverse techniques of such artists, we are providing an opportunity and audience for you to showcase your talents.  
The artwork's theme is encouraged by skateboarding and its subsequent culture of art, fashion, music, and community. Up to 24 finalists will be selected from the qualifying entries. Three winners will be awarded cash prizes.
 
TO ENTER

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1. The artist must be at least 18 years old.

2. The artist must pre-qualify to compete by filling out and submitting an online application. 

3. All entry forms must be submitted by May 31st. Finalists who compete in the contest will be notified no later than June 1st. 

 

GUIDELINES

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1. The art must reflect a theme suitable for public display at the Greenport Skatepark site. The art must be suitable for park visitors of all ages. 

2. Using profanity, nudity, drugs or alcohol, political statements, or violence in your art is prohibited.

3. Competitors who are rude, abusive, or deemed otherwise unsuitable by the organizers will be disqualified.

4. Art should be colorful.  No black or white. No photography.  Markers, crayons, colored pencils, stencils, or other paint formats are acceptable.  The artwork must be original in concept and not violate U.S. copyright law. 

6. Waiver & Release of Liability: Each artist must sign a Release of Liability Form and Waiver on the day of the competition, releasing them from liability for any accident or injury occurring during the competition. 

9. The organizer will provide a surface, but the artist must provide their own art materials. 

10. All graffiti must be completed on the provided surface, which will be a 4' x 5' stretched canvas. 

11. All contestants must complete their mural within 6 hours, from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. 

12.  If an artist pulls out or is a no-show after 12:00 pm the festival day (July 13th), they will be disqualified from the competition.

13.  All artists must be present to be eligible to be judged and present to win.

14. All contestants must allow their pieces to be photographed and used on all media platforms.   
 

JUDGING

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Judging will be the sole responsibility of the Festival organizers. 

1. Pieces will be judged by a panel selected by the skatepark committee. 

2. Artists will have the chance to explain their artwork to the panel. 

3. Judges score each criterion 1-10, with 10 being the highest. Scores are totaled for each painter, and then all the judges’ scores are added together. In case of a tie, judges must deliberate and pick a winner.

4. Judges can award a zero (0) if the artist breaks a rule. 

5. Incomplete paintings and misspelled words are disqualified. 

6. Judges will have an opportunity to explain their decisions. 

7. Winners will be announced on the day of the competition.

8. The decision by the judges is final. There is no appeal process. 

9. Pieces will be judged on 1) technique 2) color 3) originality 

 

Prizes  

Cash Prizes TBD
 
Media: The top three finalists will be included in social media posts and press releases regarding the contest.    
 
For more information, please contact the festival organizers at greenportskatepark@gmail.com