2016 Graceful Envelope Contest Call for Entries Underway right now. Timing is everything and there is time with the deadline for submitting postmarked entries no later than March 28, 2016.
The 2016 contest theme: Communication.
2016 Graceful Envelope Contest Call for Entries Underway
From their website:
“Calligraphers and artists from around the world are invited to participate in the 22nd annual Graceful Envelope Contest, conducted by the Washington (DC) Calligraphers Guild and the National Association of Letter Carriers. The contest is open to all ages, with separate categories for children. There is no entry fee.”
“Winners will be chosen based on artistic hand lettering, creative interpretation of the theme and effective use of color and design, including incorporation of postage stamp(s).”
“In addition to promoting the art of calligraphy, the Graceful Envelope Contest celebrates the role of letters in binding people together and serves as a reminder that the people who deliver the mail are career government employees who take pride in their work and care about the communities they serve.”
From the flier: Download 2016 Graceful Envelope Contest Call for Entries flier pdf
“For the complete Call for Entries and to view last year’s winning envelopes, go to www.calligraphersguild.org. Winners will be chosen based on artistic hand lettering, creative interpretation of the theme and effective use of color and design, including incorporation of postage stamp(s).”
To view the entire set of Contest Rules click here including criteria for judging, and timeline. The website includes “View winning envelopes from past years: 2015, 2014 2013 … “Scripsit” magazine of past winning envelopes and Themes of past contests“.
There we are – it is Friday going into the weekend and should you choose to pursue the 2016 Graceful Envelope Contest Call for Entries Underway have fun with it!
Anchors Aweigh,
Helen
Attribution & Thank you to the following who are referenced today —
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From the flier: Download 2016 Graceful Envelope Contest Call for Entries flier pdf
