'Artist Spotlight Contest' Licensing Agreement

Nocturnal T-shirts' Artist Spotlight Contest: Official Guidelines

Welcome to Nocturnal T-shirts' first-ever Artist Spotlight Contest! We’re excited to see your unique creativity shine through your designs. To ensure everyone has the best experience and understands the contest’s requirements, please carefully review the following guidelines before submitting your artwork.

Contest Overview:

We’re looking for designs for two categories:

1. Nocturnal – Anything related to the night! From nocturnal animals, dreamy landscapes, starry skies, monsters, or anything that captures the essence of the night.
2. Mythological Folklore – Designs inspired by myths, legends, folklore. This could include mythical creatures, ancient gods, or magical stories passed down through generations.

Each artist can submit artwork for one or both categories!

1. Submission Rules:

• Originality: All designs must be your own original work. No copyrighted or plagiarized material will be accepted. AI-generated images are allowed and encouraged!
• Theme: Your artwork should clearly represent either the Nocturnal or Mythological Folklore theme. Feel free to be creative, but make sure it fits within the contest’s categories.
• Format: Artwork must be submitted in high-resolution PNG or JPEG, or vector format (AI, EPS, or SVG) with a transparent background (unless background is part of artwork) to ensure quality for T-shirt printing.
• Size: Minimum design dimensions should be 14.667 x 18 inches (4400 x 5400 pixels) at 300 dpi. This prepares the image for the print area on our t-shirts and other merchandise.

2. Submission Process:

• Submission: Please send low-resolution proofs to nocturnaltshirts@gmail.com. Once accepted, we will provide instructions on how to send us your final, high-resolution image.
• Deadline: The contest runs for 90 days from [Start Date] to [End Date]. Submissions after the deadline will not be accepted.
• File Naming: Please name your files as YourName_Category_DesignTitle. Example: JohnDoe_Nocturnal_MoonlitOwl.png.

3. Judging Criteria:

Our judges will select winners based on the following:

• Creativity: How unique and imaginative is your design? Does it stand out?
• Interpretation of the Theme: How well does your artwork represent the theme (Nocturnal or Mythological Folklore)?
• Visual Appeal: Does the design look great on a T-shirt and other merchandise? Does it have the potential to engage our audience?
• Printability: Can the design be reproduced clearly and beautifully on a T-shirt and other merchandise?

4. Prizes:

For each category, the following prizes will be awarded:

• 1st Place:
• 3 Months featured on Nocturnal T-shirts’ website “Featured Artists” page. (with links to artists’ social media pages and personal website)
• A video showcase highlighting your design and story. (short interview, bio, portfolio, awards, etc.) This video will be accessible for artists to add to their personal portfolio and may be used in any way the artist sees fit to promote their personal brand forever.
• “Featured Artists” promotional posts across all Nocturnal T-shirts' social media platforms. (Including links to artists’ social media pages, and personal website.
• An additional 10% net profit share (35% total net profit per sale) for the entire duration of active licensing agreement (contest licensing agreement or standard licensing agreement) of winning design.
• 2^nd & 3^rd Place:
• 3 Months featured on Nocturnal T-shirts’ website “Featured Artists” page. (with links to artists’ social media pages and personal website)
• “Featured Artists” promotional posts across all Nocturnal T-shirts' social media platforms. (Including links to artists’ social media pages, and personal website.
• An additional 10% net profit share (35% total net profit per sale) for the entire duration of active licensing agreement (contest licensing agreement or standard licensing agreement) of winning design.
• Fan Favorite:
• 3 Months featured on Nocturnal T-shirts’ website “Featured Artists” page. (with links to artists’ social media pages and personal website)
• “Featured Artists” promotional posts across all Nocturnal T-shirts' social media platforms. (Including links to artists’ social media pages, and personal website.
• An additional 10% net profit share (35% total net profit per sale) for the entire duration of active licensing agreement (contest licensing agreement or standard licensing agreement) of winning design.

5. Usage Rights:

• By submitting your artwork, you agree to grant Nocturnal T-shirts the right to feature your design on our website, social media, and marketing materials.
• All winners will be required to sign a licensing agreement allowing us to produce and sell T-shirts and other merchandise featuring their designs. Artists will retain full credit for their work and will be recognized as the designer on all relevant platforms.
• You retain full ownership of your artwork and may use it for personal or professional purposes outside of this contest.

6. Additional Guidelines:

• Multiple Submissions: Artists are allowed to submit up to three designs per category. Make sure each one adheres to the themes. Each design must adhere to the file naming requirements outlined in submission process requirements listed in section 2 of this document
• Age Requirement: Entrants must be 18 years or older or have verifiable written/signed permission of a legal guardian if under 18.
• Non-Exclusive: You can submit artwork that has not been previously published or is exclusive to Nocturnal T-shirts, but the design must not be currently licensed or under contract with any other brand in which a conflict of interest may arise. If the artwork you are submitting is currently under licensing agreement with any other entity, it is the artists sole responsibility to make appropriate amendments to such agreements before submission to Nocturnal T-shirts.

7. How to Win:

• We will announce all winners from each category on [Announce Date] on our website and social media platforms. Winners will be notified via email, so make sure your contact details are up to date!
• Winning designs will be selected by a panel of judges, which will include members of the Nocturnal T-shirts team and possibly guest judges from the art and fashion community.
• Community involvement: We will also feature a Fan Favorite chosen by our social media followers, so stay active and promote your submission!

8. Need Inspiration?

Looking for a little creative boost? Here are a few ideas to spark your imagination:

• Nocturnal: Think of owls, bats, wolves, the moon, stars, nighttime landscapes, surreal dreams, or deep blues and purples.
• Mythological Folklore: Consider creatures like the phoenix, mermaids, centaurs, or figures like Odin, Medusa, and fairies from various cultures.

9. Questions?

If you have any questions about the contest, submissions, or guidelines, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at nocturnaltshirts@gmail.com. We’re here to help you every step of the way!

 

We can’t wait to see your incredible designs. Good luck and get ready to shine in Nocturnal T-shirts’ first-ever Artist Spotlight Contest!