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2026 Illustration Awards

Call for Entry: November 24, 2025
Deadline: February 8, 2026
Eligibility Period: January 2025 – January 2026
Results Notification: early March 2026

YOUR VISION, ILLUSTRATED.

YOUR WORK, PUBLISHED.

YOUR TALENT, RESPECTED.

Illustrators or animators—of all levels, professional or enthusiasts, Canadian, US or International—are invited to enter. Submit stills or animations for film, TV or online—winners will be published in print (Photography, Illustration & Design Awards Annual), showcased in the, online Winners Gallery and the Awards Archive.

Eligible published, unpublished, or personal work created between January 2025 and January 2026 can be entered into nearly 50 categories, including advertising, conceptual, corporate, environmental & spaces, editorial, portrait, posters, promotional, and more.

Winning an Applied Arts Illustration Award puts your work in front of top advertising and design professionals — a powerful way to showcase your talent to industry leaders.

Who Can Enter

Current students, you are ONLY ELIGIBLE to enter the Student Awards Competition, where work is judged alongside your peers at a similar level of experience.

Applied Arts is committed to showcasing exceptional craft and will not accept generative AI submissions.

2026 Call for Entry Kit 2026 Photography & Illustration Awards Categories Kit Awards Entries

Jury & Judging Process
Categories & Entry Fees
Entry Material Guidelines
How to Enter
Payment & Refunds
Winner Recognition
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact
Disclaimer

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Jury & Judging Process

Our jury panel is comprised of Canadian and international art directors, creative directors and designers who are actively creating award-winning work today. Who better to evaluate your entries? After all, their own work depends on the imagery they select and produce for successful campaigns.

Leo Barbosa
EXECUTIVE CREATIVE DIRECTOR
MCCANN
New York, NY

Leo began his advertising career in 2004 as an Art Director. Since then, he has worked at some of the top agencies in Brazil, Australia, Canada, and the United States, building a broad range of experience across nearly every consumer category. In New York, Leo led Pringles to its first major advertising awards, including Cannes Lions, D&AD, The ANDYs, The One Show, and The Clio Awards. During his tenure at FCB, he helped the agency achieve its best performance at the Cannes Lions Festival, winning its first Grand Prix and leading the OLG brand to its first-ever Cannes Lions. He has also written and produced five Super Bowl spots, collaborating with some of the industry's most respected directors, including Tom Kuntz, Harold Einstein, Karim Huedo, and the Perlorian Brothers.

Jasmin Brochu
ART DIRECTOR
COSSETTE
Quebec, QC

Jasmin, with 27 years of experience, has been shaping visual narratives at Cossette since 2016. His work is defined by a unique ability to bridge the gap between technical knowledge and creative visual storytelling. He approaches his craft with a blend of rigour and playfulness, constantly exploring new ways to elevate the image. Known for his collaborative spirit and dedication to the craft, he brings a seasoned, forward-thinking perspective.

Luke Callahan
ASSOCIATE CREATIVE DIRECTOR
C&B ADVERTISING
Calgary, AB

Originally from Northern British Columbia, Luke studied at the Alberta College of Art and Design before moving to San Diego, California. There, he spent five years collaborating with action sports, lifestyle and retail brands in editorial and design spaces. Since joining C&B in 2018, Luke has worked on award-winning photography, motion and campaigns for brands in tourism, events, food and beverage, energy, and agriculture.

Jon Ehrlich
GROUP CREATIVE DIRECTOR
CRITICAL MASS
Los Angeles, CA

Bio to follow.

Rosie Gopaul
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
DAUGHTER CREATIVE
Calgary, AB

Rosie is known for designing imaginative brands that are experiential, tactile, and emotionally resonant. Her work is rooted in the belief strong brand systems extend beyond visuals—living across many environments, objects, and moments of interaction. With a deep passion and connection to hospitality and food culture, Rosie brings a considered balance of intuition and intention to every project, shaping identities that feel warm, confident, and enduring. Her work has been recognized by Graphis, Communication Arts, Applied Arts, The Dieline, and Pentawards.

Jason Lee
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
TBWA\MEDIA ARTS LAB
Toronto, ON

Jason creates ads of the highest quality for the world's most iconic brand. His most recent work for the brand being NHL Goalie Masks Made on iPad. Prior to TBWA\Media Arts Lab Jason has worked at some of Canada's top agencies such as Leo Burnett, Zulu Alpha Kilo, and Juniper Park. Throughout his career he has had the privilege of working on juggernauts like Amazon, Nissan, P&G and Subaru. His work has been recognized and awarded internationally. And he's also been written about in acclaimed cultural resources such as Mashable, Fast Company and Hype Beast.

Sammy Lo
ASSOCIATE CREATIVE DIRECTOR
COURAGE
Toronto, ON

Sammy spends her days trying selling fried chicken, food delivery and credit cards to the public. Not many people can say they're living their dream, but Sammy is one of the lucky few. Her work has been recognized by Applied Arts, Young Lions, The One Show, ADCCs, Ciclope, Effies, and the Marketing Awards, among others. Most recently, Sammy was named to Adweek's Creative 100 and Campaign's 30 Under 30—an achievement she tries not to bring up too often in conversation.

Duncan Major
ART DIRECTOR/DESIGNER
PERFECT DAY
St. John's, NL

Duncan has worked for St. John's, Newfoundland-based design studio Perfect Day since 2010. Wearing many hats there, including art director and designer, his projects have been recognized with a Juno nomination, and awards from Applied Arts and IABC. Duncan has a letterpress printshop at home, making prints and animations in his spare time.

Teko Mamaladze
ART DIRECTOR & WRITER
Georgia, Tbilisi

Teko s a multi-award-winning creative art director & writer who has studied in Hamburg and worked in Tokyo, Toronto, New York, Dubai, and Tbilisi - all without losing her passport or her sanity. From senior art director in Dubai to creative director leading full teams, she's built a career on sharp ideas, bold visuals, and the kind of storytelling that wins medals (and sometimes arguments). Her comic book "Acro & The Cat" was published internationally and even landed a showcase spot at New York Comic Con 2025. With 40+ international awards and humour that wins even more, Teko is a tiny (165 cm to be exact) powerhouse with very big ideas.

Lori Morgan
PHOTOGRAPHY DIRECTOR, RANGE BRAND
ENSEMBLE
Toronto, ON

Lori is a producer and photo editor with more than 12 years of experience working in travel media, creating visually driven stories across print, digital, and video for leading international publications. Her work sits at the intersection of editorial vision, creative collaboration, and thoughtful storytelling, with a strong focus on imagery that feels authentic, immersive, and rooted in place. Over the years, Lori has built lasting relationships with clients and creative partners, helping deliver award-winning editorial projects through collaboration and trust. Lori also regularly draws on a global network of exceptional photographers and illustrators, commissioning work that brings depth, nuance, and a strong visual point of view to travel narratives. Alongside her editorial career, she is an entrepreneurial partner in a design-forward Newfoundland hospitality project (thecaperetreat.com), where storytelling, landscape, and cultural experience are deeply intertwined.

Julie Nikolic
EXECUTIVE CREATIVE DIRECTOR
MEKANISM
Toronto, ON

Over the past 25 years, Julie has worked at some of Toronto's top agencies on award-winning and internationally recognized campaigns. Her collaborative and strategic leadership approach has helped her not only build brands but long-lasting client relationships throughout her career. Outside of work, she loves being a baseball Mom, making fancy birthday cakes and pretty much anything to do with food. Mmmm, food.

Hankyul Oh
SENIOR ART DIRECTOR
WE THE COLLECTIVE
Toronto, ON

Hankyul is a Korean-Canadian visual director. She entered the advertising industry through award-winning advertising agencies where she began art directing for various clients like GE, Volkswagen, and Canadian Tire. In 2023 she co-founded GENE, a creative agency based in Seoul, South Korea aimed at setting a new standard for youth representation in Korean media. As creative director, she led projects for Nike, Coca-Cola, Converse, and TikTok. Hankyul is currently senior art director at We the Collective. Outside her 9 to 5 she continues to venture her creativity across film and photography.

Alexandra-Julie Poirier
ASSOCIATE CREATIVE DIRECTOR
TBWA CANADA
Montreal, QC

Alexandra-Julie is an accomplished, award-winning creative director recognized for her strategic vision and leadership. Currently, she is an associate creative director at TBWA Canada, she drives high-impact campaigns for major clients like Air Canada and Intuit QuickBooks, leveraging deep experience from agencies including FCB, McCann, and Ogilvy. Alexandra-Julie has served as an industry judge for both the CMAs and Effies, and has lent her expertise to high-profile brands like Cerave, Nespresso, L'Oréal, and Ford. Her contagious passion ensures every project, from local to global accounts, blends powerful human connection with skilful execution.

Shingo Shimizu
SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER, ILLUSTRATOR
Vancouver, BC

Shingo has a seasoned creative background in art direction, design, and illustration. He's been drawn to this field since childhood, growing up watching his father work as a graphic designer. He graduated from OCAD University with a Communication Design degree and initially worked in print and editorial. Later, he transitioned to digital studios. He returned to editorial as the Art Director for Scion magazine and then Exclaim! He's since returned to branding and illustration and is now focusing on upskilling in motion design.

Catherine Wong
CREATIVE DIRECTOR/ART DIRECTOR
Toronto, ON

Catherine is an award-winning freelance art director and creative director, lucky enough to have worked with some of the very nicest and most talented people in the industry.

Leo Barbosa
EXECUTIVE CREATIVE DIRECTOR
MCCANN
New York, NY

Leo began his advertising career in 2004 as an Art Director. Since then, he has worked at some of the top agencies in Brazil, Australia, Canada, and the United States, building a broad range of experience across nearly every consumer category. In New York, Leo led Pringles to its first major advertising awards, including Cannes Lions, D&AD, The ANDYs, The One Show, and The Clio Awards. During his tenure at FCB, he helped the agency achieve its best performance at the Cannes Lions Festival, winning its first Grand Prix and leading the OLG brand to its first-ever Cannes Lions. He has also written and produced five Super Bowl spots, collaborating with some of the industry's most respected directors, including Tom Kuntz, Harold Einstein, Karim Huedo, and the Perlorian Brothers.

Jasmin Brochu
ART DIRECTOR
COSSETTE
Quebec, QC

Jasmin, with 27 years of experience, has been shaping visual narratives at Cossette since 2016. His work is defined by a unique ability to bridge the gap between technical knowledge and creative visual storytelling. He approaches his craft with a blend of rigour and playfulness, constantly exploring new ways to elevate the image. Known for his collaborative spirit and dedication to the craft, he brings a seasoned, forward-thinking perspective.

Luke Callahan
ASSOCIATE CREATIVE DIRECTOR
C&B ADVERTISING
Calgary, AB

Originally from Northern British Columbia, Luke studied at the Alberta College of Art and Design before moving to San Diego, California. There, he spent five years collaborating with action sports, lifestyle and retail brands in editorial and design spaces. Since joining C&B in 2018, Luke has worked on award-winning photography, motion and campaigns for brands in tourism, events, food and beverage, energy, and agriculture.

Jon Ehrlich
GROUP CREATIVE DIRECTOR
CRITICAL MASS
Los Angeles, CA

Bio to follow.

Rosie Gopaul
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
DAUGHTER CREATIVE
Calgary, AB

Rosie is known for designing imaginative brands that are experiential, tactile, and emotionally resonant. Her work is rooted in the belief strong brand systems extend beyond visuals—living across many environments, objects, and moments of interaction. With a deep passion and connection to hospitality and food culture, Rosie brings a considered balance of intuition and intention to every project, shaping identities that feel warm, confident, and enduring. Her work has been recognized by Graphis, Communication Arts, Applied Arts, The Dieline, and Pentawards.

Jason Lee
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
TBWA\MEDIA ARTS LAB
Toronto, ON

Jason creates ads of the highest quality for the world's most iconic brand. His most recent work for the brand being NHL Goalie Masks Made on iPad. Prior to TBWA\Media Arts Lab Jason has worked at some of Canada's top agencies such as Leo Burnett, Zulu Alpha Kilo, and Juniper Park. Throughout his career he has had the privilege of working on juggernauts like Amazon, Nissan, P&G and Subaru. His work has been recognized and awarded internationally. And he's also been written about in acclaimed cultural resources such as Mashable, Fast Company and Hype Beast.

Sammy Lo
ASSOCIATE CREATIVE DIRECTOR
COURAGE
Toronto, ON

Sammy spends her days trying selling fried chicken, food delivery and credit cards to the public. Not many people can say they're living their dream, but Sammy is one of the lucky few. Her work has been recognized by Applied Arts, Young Lions, The One Show, ADCCs, Ciclope, Effies, and the Marketing Awards, among others. Most recently, Sammy was named to Adweek's Creative 100 and Campaign's 30 Under 30—an achievement she tries not to bring up too often in conversation.

Duncan Major
ART DIRECTOR/DESIGNER
PERFECT DAY
St. John's, NL

Duncan has worked for St. John's, Newfoundland-based design studio Perfect Day since 2010. Wearing many hats there, including art director and designer, his projects have been recognized with a Juno nomination, and awards from Applied Arts and IABC. Duncan has a letterpress printshop at home, making prints and animations in his spare time.

Teko Mamaladze
ART DIRECTOR & WRITER
Georgia, Tbilisi

Teko s a multi-award-winning creative art director & writer who has studied in Hamburg and worked in Tokyo, Toronto, New York, Dubai, and Tbilisi - all without losing her passport or her sanity. From senior art director in Dubai to creative director leading full teams, she's built a career on sharp ideas, bold visuals, and the kind of storytelling that wins medals (and sometimes arguments). Her comic book "Acro & The Cat" was published internationally and even landed a showcase spot at New York Comic Con 2025. With 40+ international awards and humour that wins even more, Teko is a tiny (165 cm to be exact) powerhouse with very big ideas.

Lori Morgan
PHOTOGRAPHY DIRECTOR, RANGE BRAND
ENSEMBLE
Toronto, ON

Lori is a producer and photo editor with more than 12 years of experience working in travel media, creating visually driven stories across print, digital, and video for leading international publications. Her work sits at the intersection of editorial vision, creative collaboration, and thoughtful storytelling, with a strong focus on imagery that feels authentic, immersive, and rooted in place. Over the years, Lori has built lasting relationships with clients and creative partners, helping deliver award-winning editorial projects through collaboration and trust. Lori also regularly draws on a global network of exceptional photographers and illustrators, commissioning work that brings depth, nuance, and a strong visual point of view to travel narratives. Alongside her editorial career, she is an entrepreneurial partner in a design-forward Newfoundland hospitality project (thecaperetreat.com), where storytelling, landscape, and cultural experience are deeply intertwined.

Julie Nikolic
EXECUTIVE CREATIVE DIRECTOR
MEKANISM
Toronto, ON

Over the past 25 years, Julie has worked at some of Toronto's top agencies on award-winning and internationally recognized campaigns. Her collaborative and strategic leadership approach has helped her not only build brands but long-lasting client relationships throughout her career. Outside of work, she loves being a baseball Mom, making fancy birthday cakes and pretty much anything to do with food. Mmmm, food.

Hankyul Oh
SENIOR ART DIRECTOR
WE THE COLLECTIVE
Toronto, ON

Hankyul is a Korean-Canadian visual director. She entered the advertising industry through award-winning advertising agencies where she began art directing for various clients like GE, Volkswagen, and Canadian Tire. In 2023 she co-founded GENE, a creative agency based in Seoul, South Korea aimed at setting a new standard for youth representation in Korean media. As creative director, she led projects for Nike, Coca-Cola, Converse, and TikTok. Hankyul is currently senior art director at We the Collective. Outside her 9 to 5 she continues to venture her creativity across film and photography.

Alexandra-Julie Poirier
ASSOCIATE CREATIVE DIRECTOR
TBWA CANADA
Montreal, QC

Alexandra-Julie is an accomplished, award-winning creative director recognized for her strategic vision and leadership. Currently, she is an associate creative director at TBWA Canada, she drives high-impact campaigns for major clients like Air Canada and Intuit QuickBooks, leveraging deep experience from agencies including FCB, McCann, and Ogilvy. Alexandra-Julie has served as an industry judge for both the CMAs and Effies, and has lent her expertise to high-profile brands like Cerave, Nespresso, L'Oréal, and Ford. Her contagious passion ensures every project, from local to global accounts, blends powerful human connection with skilful execution.

Shingo Shimizu
SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER, ILLUSTRATOR
Vancouver, BC

Shingo has a seasoned creative background in art direction, design, and illustration. He's been drawn to this field since childhood, growing up watching his father work as a graphic designer. He graduated from OCAD University with a Communication Design degree and initially worked in print and editorial. Later, he transitioned to digital studios. He returned to editorial as the Art Director for Scion magazine and then Exclaim! He's since returned to branding and illustration and is now focusing on upskilling in motion design.

Catherine Wong
CREATIVE DIRECTOR/ART DIRECTOR
Toronto, ON

Catherine is an award-winning freelance art director and creative director, lucky enough to have worked with some of the very nicest and most talented people in the industry.



Entries are judged digitally by award-winning creatives working in Canada and beyond.

Categories & Entry Fees

Entry fees vary per sub-grouping and category. Download the 2026 Photography & Illustration Awards Categories Kit for detailed pricing.

ILLUSTRATION SINGLE: $40 / SERIES: $65
Advertising Illustration
Cause-Related Illustration
Conceptual Illustration
Corporate Illustration
Digital Album Covers or Series
Editorial Illustration
Environmental/Spaces
Fashion & Beauty
Gallery Illustration
Packaging Illustration or Series
Photo-Illustration - Enter via the Photography Awards competition
Portrait Illustration
Portrait Illustration
Poster Illustration
Promotional for Social Media
Promotional Illustration for Retail Applications
Pro Bono/PSA/Charity
Self-Promotion Illustration
Unpublished/Personal Illustration

MOTION – SHORT: $100 / LONG: $115
Animated Character
Animation
Explainer videos
Promotional Social Media

YOUNG BLOOD - SINGLE: $30 / SERIES: $55
Entries can be from any application from the sub-groupings above.

Entry Material Guidelines

Main Entry Files

REQUIRED
Main Entry File(s) must clearly show the images, ideally without additional graphics to be judged in hi-res format.

PERMITTED

SINGLE | 1 file

A single piece, such as a single image/illustration, video exhibit, storefront, or multipage unit (e.g. book/publication/brochure).

SERIES | 5 files maximum

2-5 Images/illustrations that relate to one another by topic or product.

*Exceptions are noted in specific categories.

NOTE ON MULTIPAGE PDFS: Recommended when incorporating any additional images into the maximum number of files allowed (e.g. the image in context, inside pages from a book, or multiple views of 3-dimensional entries such as packaging). It only counts as 1 file.

Support Files

Support Files help clarify your entry for judges. They are not for publication (unless noted) and do not count towards your main file limits. Only one (1) file or URL may be uploaded.

REQUIRED
~ English translations for non-English entries; must be included either as a Support File or within a multipage PDF as your Main Entry File.

PERMITTED
~ Brief descriptions: Optional, recommended if the use or intention is not obvious. Limit to 50 words in English (10-second intro for motion).
~ Case studies: Optional, ONLY as a support file. Limit 50 words in English or 45s for videos. Note: judges score the creative, not the outcomes.

NOT PERMITTED
~ Uploading the same creative: Do not submit the same creative either as a file or URL if it's been added as the Main Entry File.
~ Entrant information: Do not add entrant-identifying on support files or URLs.

RECOMMENDED BEST PRACTICES

Judging is fully online. Here's how to make your entry clear and impactful:

How To Enter

The Entry Form consists of five (5) steps. You can save your progress at any point.

Log in or sign up for an account

View a sample entry

Step 1: entry information

Choose the Awards competition, sub-group, category, and add your entry title.

Step 2: Entry Materials

Upload all required digital files. Follow the Entry Material Guidelines for specs and tips.

Step 3: Winners' Information

For publication only, not for judging.

Step 4: Creative Credits

List the creatives who worked on the project and specify their roles.

Step 5: Certificate information

Provide the winning company/individual and/or client name to appear on the certificate.

One certificate will be given for each winning entry. Additional certificates can be ordered later.

FINALIZE & PAY

Click Save to return to your dashboard to add or copy entries.

Payment completes the submission—entries are not officially submitted until payment is processed.

You may edit entries up until payment. After payment, only limited edits (e.g., Winners' Information) are allowed. Once results are released, there will be a 48-hour window to update Winners' Information and creative credit role.

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Payment & Refunds

Entries are non-refundable. If an entry is submitted to the same category, entrants will have the option to move the entry to another category or enter new work in its place.

Keep a record of your submissions.

Winner Recognition

Award recipients receive:

OPTIONAL ADD-ONS*

  • Extra certificates for your team or client (with optional plaque mounting).
  • Additional copies of the Awards Annual at a discounted rate.
  • A personalized, engraved Lucite AACE trophy (3.5 × 3.5 × 3.5 in.).

*Additional fees apply

Frequently Asked Questions

Eligibility FAQ

Can students enter? No. Students may only enter the Student Competition. Go here for categories, eligibility and deadlines for the Student Awards competition.

Can I enter something I entered last year? Not in the same competition, but if it meets the eligibility period for a different competition, then yes.

Can I enter something in multiple Awards competitions? Yes. Each competition has different eligibility periods; please check each competition for eligibility requirements.

Judging FAQ

Will the judges see my descriptions during the judging? Judges do not see the creative descriptions you have entered. These are only for publishing beside your entry if chosen as a winner. If you feel judges need an explanatory note, you may include a brief description as a Support File (no more than 50 words or 10 seconds for broadcast/video).

Categories FAQ

Can I enter a piece in multiple categories? Yes. In your account on the Awards Entries home page, click "Copy" on any entry you've created. Be sure to change the discipline and/or entry category to the new one you want to submit to.

Which category does my entry belong in? Often the best way to understand a category is to see previous work that won in that category. Check our online winners Gallery for examples. If you still have questions regarding our categories or require assistance in selecting the appropriate category, contact awards@appliedartsmag.com.

NOTE: Applied Arts reserves the right to move an entry to another category if we feel it unsuitable or incorrectly categorized.

What is a single, series, and campaign? A single means one piece. Series means you are submitting more than one piece of the same project to a maximum of three (five pieces for the Photography & Illustration competitions). A campaign is up to nine pieces. If an entry contains more than the specified images, we will either contact you to split the submission into multiple entries, or choose which ones will be judged, so it's best to stick to the indicated number of pieces specified.

What is the Young Blood category? Young Blood is a series of categories open only to entrants who have been out of school for up to a certain number of years (three for the Photography and Illustration competitions and five for the Design and Advertising competitions). As with all categories, they are judged on creative excellence, technical merit and suitability for end use, but the jury also takes into account the level of professional experience. You will be required to specify the name of the Young Blood entrant to qualify.

Entry Material FAQ

At what specs do I need to submit my entry? Refer to ENTRY MATERIAL GUIDELINES section for specifications.

Can I submit a hard copy or disk? No. Only digital uploads are accepted.

The program crashed. Did I lose everything? No. You are saving your work as you go through each section of the entry form. If the program crashes as you are completing a certain section, it may not have been saved in that section.

The file I uploaded won't show me a preview. Why? You may not see the image preview if you haven't followed the specs outlined in ENTRY MATERIAL GUIDELINES. Check your file and re-upload. If you continue to experience difficulties, try clearing your browser history or contact awards@appliedartsmag.com.

I uploaded the wrong file. Can I change it? Yes. You can resubmit images at any time until payment is made. Click the "X" beside the appropriate file and re-upload your image.

NOTE: The thumbnail image may not correctly display your new image. If this happens close your browser and log back into "Awards Entries" for the changes to show. If you continue to experience difficulties, try clearing your browser history or contact awards@appliedartsmag.com.

Rights FAQ

Do I need to get the rights of the subjects or material used from external sources in my entry? It is the responsibility of the entrant to ensure copyright is not infringed. Upon entry you must grant us the rights to reproduce the image or images for both our online and print publications, so you would most likely need to have these rights in place to protect yourself. Although you do not need to send us a copy of the release forms, we do suggest that you have them. Entrants who request we don't run their winning work because they don't have the rights will not be refunded for their entry. NOTE: Student work is often exempt from copyright rules.

What rights do I retain if my work is chosen? You retain all rights to your images.

My client has revoked the right for me to enter work I've won for. What do I do? We do not issue refunds in these cases, but please contact awards@appliedartsmag.com if you need the entry removed from the Winners' pool.

Payment FAQ

Can I submit more entries after paying? Yes. In Awards Entries, you will have the opportunity to submit additional entries even if others already entered have been paid. This will simply generate a new confirmation email when you complete your entries with payment.

I want to change something after I've paid. What do I do? Once an entry is paid, you cannot change the category, entry title, entry format, winners information, description of entry, or credits. A paid entry is final, so check carefully before proceeding to the payment field. If chosen as a winner, you will be given a small window of time add or edit information.

Can I get a refund? Entries are non-refundable; costs cover administration, processing and the judging of the entry. A submission of entry acknowledges acceptance of these rules.

My client has revoked the right for me to enter work I’ve already paid for. What do I do? We do not issue refunds in these cases, but contact awards@appliedartsmag.com if you need the entry removed from the judging or winners' pool.

I'm getting error messages when I try to pay. What do I do? If you entered your payment information incorrectly on your first attempt, any subsequent attempts would be declined, even if you change your payment type. Close your browser and log back into Awards Entries. You should now be able to proceed with payment. If you continue to experience difficulties, contact awards@appliedartsmag.com.

Winners FAQ

If I win, what image will you use for reproduction? We will use the image(s) you submitted on entry. In the case of series, complete, campaign, we select a sampling at our discretion from the images/files submitted. For digital or motion, we will contact you to provide us with final image selects.

Contact

Questions? If you've checked all of the above sections and cannot find the answer to your question, or if you are having difficulty entering, contact awards@appliedartsmag.com.

Disclaimer

Applied Arts reserves the right to amend these rules throughout the competition. Applied Arts assumes all entries are original and the property of the entrant, with all rights granted therein. Applied Arts reserves the rights to publish or exhibit entries for our print or electronic formats, or related promotions. Entries are non-refundable. Costs cover administration, processing, and the judging of the entry. Entries may be moved to a more suitable category, if Applied Arts deems the category chosen unsuitable. All descriptions and credits are subject to be edited for length, clarity and grammar in accordance with the Applied Arts editorial style guide. A submission of entry acknowledges acceptance of these rules.