DES MOINES – The Iowa State Fair will celebrate the state’s agricultural roots with a limited number of 39-inch tall painted concrete horses on display throughout the grounds during the 2015 Fair, August 13-23. Individuals, clubs and companies are invited to submit their own designs for these sculptures by May 15.
To enter, submit an entry form along with a written description and detailed drawing of the proposed paint design. Entry forms can be downloaded from the Iowa State Fair website: http://www.iowastatefair.org/fair-attractions/contests/. All entries must be received or e-mailed to tcook@iowastatefair.org by May 15.
Selected applicants will be contacted by June 1. Pending selection, a $125 entry fee will be due at statue pick-up. Following the Fair, artists will get to keep their painted sculptures.
A panel of judges will award prizes based on originality, creativity and overall look in both the professional and novice divisions. Participants will be judged in the “professional” category if 25 percent or more of their income comes from graphic design or is artistry related.
Winners will receive a prize package including an Iowa State Fair plaque, Fair admission tickets, parking and more. The first, second and third place winners will also receive $150, $100 and $50 cash prizes, respectively. Winning artists’ names will be displayed alongside their painted sculpture during the Fair.
Send entries to: Tonya Cook, Special Events Director, Iowa State Fair, PO Box 57130, Des Moines, IA 50317-0003.
