The Santa Barbara Public Library invites local artists of all ages to participate in our annual Library Card Design Contest. Celebrate National Library Card Sign Up Month by creating a work of art with the theme of libraries or reading for chance to be featured on a limited edition SBPL Library Card. After works have been submitted, the public will vote for their favorite cards from three age group categories: Youth (12 and under), Teen (13-17), and Adult (over 18). One winning design will be chosen from each category.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
- One entry per contestant
- Contestant must be a SBPL card holder
- All photos and/or illustrations must be original works created by you
- The Santa Barbara Public Library is granted the right to reproduce your work on a Library card when you submit
- Designs may be horizontal or vertical
- Designs must incorporate the theme of reading and/or libraries
- Words and numbers may only be incorporated as graphic elements
- Submissions with incorrect spelling, grammar, or copyrighted images will be disqualified
- Submissions may be any medium (illustration, pen, photography, etc.)
- Computer-generated images are acceptable as long as they are original (no clip art)
- Digital submissions should be 1050 x 639 pixels with a resolution of 300 dpi or higher
- Do not include your name within the border of the image.
- All entries must be submitted to the Santa Barbara Public Library or digitally.
