ART
DEPARTMENT #12
Entries accepted on Monday, July 28th 7:00am to 7:00pm
Superintendent: Jessica Winslow, 227-2651
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NOTICE: **WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE WORK WHICH HAS THE FOLLOWING HANGING DEVICES: “Sawtooth” hanging devices, cardboard backing materials with cardboard “cuts” for hanging, string, monofilament, scotch tape as finishing material**. 5. One entry may be submitted in each article. Photography entries should not exceed 8x10 but may be 8x10, 5x7 or 4x6.
BEST OF SHOW AWARDS - ART & PHOTOGRAPHY TWO BEST OF SHOW AWARDS WILL BE GIVEN ALL OTHER ART MEDIUMS (E.G., PAINTING DRAWING, SCULPTURE, MIXED MEDIA) |
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1st |
2nd |
3rd |
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PAINT: OILS / ACRYLICS/ WATER COLORS |
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Article: 001 Landscapes/Seascape |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 002 Portrait- Human Only |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 003 Animal/Bird/Fish |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 004 Abstract |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 005 Still Life: one or more inanimate objects put together naturally or by a person |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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BEST OF SHOW *Cannot be entered/awarded by judges |
$25.00 |
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DRAWING: INK/GRAPHITE/PENCIL |
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Article: 006 Landscapes/Seascape |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 007 Portrait- Human Only |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 008 Animal/Bird/Fish |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 009 Abstract |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 010 Still Life: one or more inanimate objects put together naturally or by a person |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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BEST OF SHOW *Cannot be entered/awarded by judges |
$25.00 |
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DRAWING: MARKER/COLOR PENCIL |
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Article: 011 Landscapes/Seascape |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 012 Portrait- Human Only |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 013 Animal/Bird/Fish |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 014 Abstract |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 015 Still Life: one or more inanimate objects put together naturally or by a person |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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BEST OF SHOW *Cannot be entered/awarded by judges |
$25.00 |
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DIGITAL (Computer Art) |
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Article: 016 Landscapes/Seascape |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 017 Portrait- Human Only |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 018 Animal/Bird/Fish |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 019 Abstract |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 020 Still Life: one or more inanimate objects put together naturally or by a person |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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BEST OF SHOW *Cannot be entered/awarded by judges |
$25.00 |
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PRINTMAKING |
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Article: 021 Landscapes/Seascape |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 022 Portrait- Human Only |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 023 Animal/Bird/Fish |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 024 Abstract |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 025 Still Life: one or more inanimate objects put together naturally or by a person |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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BEST OF SHOW *Cannot be entered/awarded by judges |
$25.00 |
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PHOTOGRAPHY-BLACK & WHITE: |
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Article: 026 Landscapes/Seascape |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 027 Portrait- Human Only |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 028 Animal/Bird/Fish |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 029 Abstract |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 030 Still Life: one or more inanimate objects put together naturally or by a person |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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BEST OF SHOW *Cannot be entered/awarded by judges |
$25.00 |
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PHOTOGRAPHY-COLOR: |
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Article: 031 Landscapes/Seascape |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 032 Portrait- Human Only |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 033 Animal/Bird/Fish |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 034 Abstract |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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Article: 035 Still Life: one or more inanimate objects put together naturally or by a person |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
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BEST OF SHOW *Cannot be entered/awarded by judges |
$25.00 |
How to Fill Out the Premium Entry Form
Step 1: Read the Premium Book
Look through the Premium Book to decide what items you want to enter. Each department has specific rules, entry dates, and times. Make note of:
- The Department # (e.g., Baked Goods, Crafts, etc.)
- The Division # (subcategories within the department)
- The Article # (specific item you're entering)
- The Name of the Article (e.g., Apple Pie, Wooden Birdhouse)
Step 2: Complete the Entry Form
Fill in all parts of the form clearly:
- Your name, phone number, and mailing address
- Use a separate form for each department you enter
- List all your entries in the table provided
Be sure to sign the bottom of the form—this confirms that your work is original, created by you, and hasn’t won first place at this fair in past years.
Step 3: Plan Your Drop-Off
Check the Premium Book for the entry drop-off date and time for each department you’re entering. Your items must be dropped off during those designated times.
Step 4: Choose Your Tag Option
You have two options for getting your entry tags:
Option A: Get tags in advance (to avoid lines)
- Email your completed entry form to:
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Deadline: Friday, July 25th - Bring your items on the scheduled drop-off day—your tags will be ready for you!
Option B: Get tags on-site
- Bring your completed entry form and items during the drop-off time
- Our team will print the tags for you on the spot
If you have any questions or need help, don’t hesitate to reach out to: Jessica Winslow – 207-227-2651
EXHIBITION HALL CONTEST RULES:
- Articles that have been displayed at the Northern Maine Agricultural Fair cannot be displayed again.
- Any article considered unworthy in any class where there is no competition, will not be awarded a premium.
- All articles must be made by the Exhibitor under whose name they are exhibited. Goods must be new and well laundered. Articles should have been finished within the year that they are exhibited.
- Best of Show cannot be entered as this prize is determined by judge.
- In case of a dispute or misunderstanding, in any class of Needlework, the decisions of the Judges and/or
Superintendent, will be considered fair, impartial, and final and all items are entered under these conditions. - Enter through the Judd Street Gate for easy access to the Ag Exhibition Building.
- Federal law requires that we report to the Internal Revenue Service prizes, awards or premiums paid to any individual or partnership if the amount paid aggregate $600.00 or more. We are also required to provide the Federal Identification (E.I.) number or Social Security number. If we are not furnished the (E.I.) or Social Security number or are furnished an incorrect number we must withhold 20% of the amount to be paid. Accordingly, it is most important that all persons furnish us with their numbers, if exhibiting or participating in fair activities where premiums or prizes may be awarded.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
- Each department requires its own entry form.
- All items must be original, made by the exhibitor, and not previously awarded first place at this fair.
- Violation of rules results in forfeiture of prizes and ribbons.
EXHIBITION HALL DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS:
Please enter through the Judge Street Gate for easy access to the Agriculture Exhibition Hall.
EXHIBITION HALL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS:
USE STATE STREET GATE for easy access to the Agriculture Exhibition Hall.
Please Park on Judd Street Side of the Exhibition Building
Entries and premiums may be picked up during the following time:
Sunday, August 3rd, 3:30pm-4:30pm
Monday, August 4th, 5:00pm-6:00pm
No Entry Passes will be given to pick up exhibits on Sunday.
Arrangements can be made to pick up your items at another time if you are unable to pick them up on Sunday. Please contact
Jessica Winslow 207.227.2651
Northern Maine Agricultural Fair Association
PRESQUE ISLE, MAINE – JULY 30 – AUGUST 3, 2025
