Frequently Asked Questions
Photographic Awards 2023
(Scroll to the bottom for Art & Craft awards 2023 FAQs)
Q. Can I enter the awards if I don't live in York?
A. All residents of Western Australia may enter.
Q. How do I enter?
A. It is preferable that all entries and payments be online on this website. If you are not comfortable with online payment a downloadable entry form and information for Direct Deposit is included for your convenience.
Q. How do I get my work to you?
This information appears in detail in the entry conditions. You can
1. Bring the work yourself on days listed in the Entry conditions and/or emailed to you at a later date.
2. Courier or post at your own expense ( you will need to send the appropriate funds to us for the return of your work if it does not sell).
3. Take advantage of our convenient Perth and Fremantle depots where work can be left on advertised days and collected again after the event. The fee for this service is $30 per artist ( not per artwork) and includes delivery to York and back to the depot. This fee can be paid when entering on this website.
Q. I am having trouble adding the depot/courier fee to my entries. The site is adding a fee to every artwork when I know that the fee is per artist.
A. After selecting your preferred depot for delivery with your first entry you must remember to go back and uncheck it before submitting an additional entry.
Q. Do I need to submit my works framed?
A. All works must be framed or printed onto canvas/aluminium etc and ready to hang, complete with hanging wire/cord. Any works arriving with no means of hanging will incur a $10.00 fee for adding the cord and fixture.
Q. How will I find out if I have won an award?
A. We will contact you immediately after the judging, on the phone number and email that you have provided. This is normally the day before the opening ceremony.
Q. I can't pay online for my entry, can I come to you and pay cash?
A. Yes absolutely! Come to the York Archives on a Tuesday between 10am and 3pm and we can help you with this. Alternatively you can pay by phone during these hours if you have a credit card and a cvv number. We cannot take direct deposit for entries at this time.
Q. Does my work have to be for sale?
A. It is preferable that it is. If you are strongly averse to selling let us know that you would rather it appeared as NFS at least a week before the opening of the exhibition.
Q. Can I upload my images to your site?
A. All "hard copy" entries must be submitted to us printed and framed, ready to hang, as all entries are displayed in a public exhibition following the judging. Digital entries must be emailed to arts.yorksociety@westnet.com.au according to the instructions in the Entry Conditions.
Q. I have missed the date to collect my entries after the exhibition, what should I do?
A. The York Archive building is next door to the Sandalwood Gallery and is open on Tuesdays between 10am and 3pm. You can collect there without needing a prior appointment. Alternatively email us at arts.yorksociety@westnet.com.au to arrange another time.
Q. I am interested in entering your new Digital Category, what are the terms and conditions?
A. You will find detailed information in the downloadable Entry Conditions on the Entry Page.
A. All residents of Western Australia may enter.
Q. How do I enter?
A. It is preferable that all entries and payments be online on this website. If you are not comfortable with online payment a downloadable entry form and information for Direct Deposit is included for your convenience.
Q. How do I get my work to you?
This information appears in detail in the entry conditions. You can
1. Bring the work yourself on days listed in the Entry conditions and/or emailed to you at a later date.
2. Courier or post at your own expense ( you will need to send the appropriate funds to us for the return of your work if it does not sell).
3. Take advantage of our convenient Perth and Fremantle depots where work can be left on advertised days and collected again after the event. The fee for this service is $30 per artist ( not per artwork) and includes delivery to York and back to the depot. This fee can be paid when entering on this website.
Q. I am having trouble adding the depot/courier fee to my entries. The site is adding a fee to every artwork when I know that the fee is per artist.
A. After selecting your preferred depot for delivery with your first entry you must remember to go back and uncheck it before submitting an additional entry.
Q. Do I need to submit my works framed?
A. All works must be framed or printed onto canvas/aluminium etc and ready to hang, complete with hanging wire/cord. Any works arriving with no means of hanging will incur a $10.00 fee for adding the cord and fixture.
Q. How will I find out if I have won an award?
A. We will contact you immediately after the judging, on the phone number and email that you have provided. This is normally the day before the opening ceremony.
Q. I can't pay online for my entry, can I come to you and pay cash?
A. Yes absolutely! Come to the York Archives on a Tuesday between 10am and 3pm and we can help you with this. Alternatively you can pay by phone during these hours if you have a credit card and a cvv number. We cannot take direct deposit for entries at this time.
Q. Does my work have to be for sale?
A. It is preferable that it is. If you are strongly averse to selling let us know that you would rather it appeared as NFS at least a week before the opening of the exhibition.
Q. Can I upload my images to your site?
A. All "hard copy" entries must be submitted to us printed and framed, ready to hang, as all entries are displayed in a public exhibition following the judging. Digital entries must be emailed to arts.yorksociety@westnet.com.au according to the instructions in the Entry Conditions.
Q. I have missed the date to collect my entries after the exhibition, what should I do?
A. The York Archive building is next door to the Sandalwood Gallery and is open on Tuesdays between 10am and 3pm. You can collect there without needing a prior appointment. Alternatively email us at arts.yorksociety@westnet.com.au to arrange another time.
Q. I am interested in entering your new Digital Category, what are the terms and conditions?
A. You will find detailed information in the downloadable Entry Conditions on the Entry Page.
Art & Craft Awards 2023
Q. Can I enter the awards if I don't live in York?
A. All residents of Western Australia may enter.
Q. When and where are the 2023 Art and Craft awards?
A. The 2023 awards will be held in 7- 15 October at the York Town Hall. Entries are open on this website.
Q. How do I enter?
A. It is preferable that all entries and payments be online on this website. If you are not comfortable with online payment a downloadable entry form and information for Direct Deposit is included for your convenience.
Q. Does my work need to be framed?
A. Works must be suitably presented to exhibition standard. Artworks, framed or unframed, must not exceed 1.2m in either direction including the frame. Entries must be fitted with secure wire/cord for hanging. A $10.00 fee per work will be levied at delivery if a wire /cord needs to be added.
Q. Does my work need to be for sale?
A. All artworks, except those entered by entrants aged 18 and under, should be for sale. A commission of 25% will be charged on the GST exclusive price of all sales. (Note: Artist’s asking price must include commission and GST if applicable.)
Q. I am a maker, how can I organise to have a stall on the event opening day 7th October?
A. Stalls can be booked and paid for on this website. The cost of a stall is $25 for one trestle which will be provided. No commission on sales will be taken. All items sold must be NEW and HANDMADE. Details regarding set up times will be provided closer to the day.
Q. How do I get my work to you?
This information appears in detail in the entry conditions. You can
1. Bring the work yourself on days provided in the Entry Conditions.
2. Courier or post at your own expense ( you will need to send the appropriate funds to us for the return of your work if it does not sell).
3. Take advantage of our convenient Perth, Fremantle and Bunbury depots where work can be left on advertised days and collected again after the event. The fee for this service is $30 per artist ( not per artwork) and includes delivery to York and back to the depot. This fee can be paid when entering on this website.
Q. I am having trouble adding the depot/courier fee to my entries. The site is adding a fee to every artwork when I know that the fee is per artist.
A. After selecting your preferred depot for delivery with your first entry you must remember to go back and uncheck it before submitting an additional entry, or enter the depot with your last entry only.
Q. What is the Blandstown Award?
A. An Award for an artwork best depicting an architectural feature of the heritage area of "Blandstown". This area is bounded by Henrietta street/Balladong road, the railway line, Knott's Road and the Avon River. The area also includes the Residency Museum and the Old York Hospital in Brook Street.
The Award is sponsored by the Lutze family in memory of Shirley Lutze who was a great advocate for the heritage conservation of Blandstown as well as being an active member of the York Society. The Society is most grateful to the Lutze family for its continued sponsorship. Blandstown information appears below.
Q. I have a problem/question that is not covered here or in the Entry Conditions. Can I talk to a staff member?
A. Our premises are staffed 10-3 each Tuesday and the phone number is 0401098170 Outside these hours please email us your enquiry and a phone number if you require a phone call.
A. All residents of Western Australia may enter.
Q. When and where are the 2023 Art and Craft awards?
A. The 2023 awards will be held in 7- 15 October at the York Town Hall. Entries are open on this website.
Q. How do I enter?
A. It is preferable that all entries and payments be online on this website. If you are not comfortable with online payment a downloadable entry form and information for Direct Deposit is included for your convenience.
Q. Does my work need to be framed?
A. Works must be suitably presented to exhibition standard. Artworks, framed or unframed, must not exceed 1.2m in either direction including the frame. Entries must be fitted with secure wire/cord for hanging. A $10.00 fee per work will be levied at delivery if a wire /cord needs to be added.
Q. Does my work need to be for sale?
A. All artworks, except those entered by entrants aged 18 and under, should be for sale. A commission of 25% will be charged on the GST exclusive price of all sales. (Note: Artist’s asking price must include commission and GST if applicable.)
Q. I am a maker, how can I organise to have a stall on the event opening day 7th October?
A. Stalls can be booked and paid for on this website. The cost of a stall is $25 for one trestle which will be provided. No commission on sales will be taken. All items sold must be NEW and HANDMADE. Details regarding set up times will be provided closer to the day.
Q. How do I get my work to you?
This information appears in detail in the entry conditions. You can
1. Bring the work yourself on days provided in the Entry Conditions.
2. Courier or post at your own expense ( you will need to send the appropriate funds to us for the return of your work if it does not sell).
3. Take advantage of our convenient Perth, Fremantle and Bunbury depots where work can be left on advertised days and collected again after the event. The fee for this service is $30 per artist ( not per artwork) and includes delivery to York and back to the depot. This fee can be paid when entering on this website.
Q. I am having trouble adding the depot/courier fee to my entries. The site is adding a fee to every artwork when I know that the fee is per artist.
A. After selecting your preferred depot for delivery with your first entry you must remember to go back and uncheck it before submitting an additional entry, or enter the depot with your last entry only.
Q. What is the Blandstown Award?
A. An Award for an artwork best depicting an architectural feature of the heritage area of "Blandstown". This area is bounded by Henrietta street/Balladong road, the railway line, Knott's Road and the Avon River. The area also includes the Residency Museum and the Old York Hospital in Brook Street.
The Award is sponsored by the Lutze family in memory of Shirley Lutze who was a great advocate for the heritage conservation of Blandstown as well as being an active member of the York Society. The Society is most grateful to the Lutze family for its continued sponsorship. Blandstown information appears below.
Q. I have a problem/question that is not covered here or in the Entry Conditions. Can I talk to a staff member?
A. Our premises are staffed 10-3 each Tuesday and the phone number is 0401098170 Outside these hours please email us your enquiry and a phone number if you require a phone call.