Portfolio Contest

RMC's juried Portfolio Contest is limited to 30 attendees. The cost is $30. On Saturday, October 18, three faculty members will judge the contest. Winners will be announced during the "Dessert First" session on Saturday evening (5:15-6:30pm). All portfolios in the contest will be on public display during this time.

Prize: A one-on-one virtual portfolio consultation with an Art Director at a large publishing house. The runner up receives a $30 gift certificate to Boulder Bookstore.

No portfolio feedback is provided with this contest. Sign up for the Picture Book Roundtable Intensive or a one-on-one portfolio critique if you would like feedback.

Contest pre-registration and Saturday conference attendance required.

RMC's Illustrator Coordinator will contact participants with additional details once they have registered.

Portfolio Requirements

Please bring one standard “book format” portfolio that meets the following requirements:

• Size: Up to 15″ length and width when closed
• Length: 12-15 pages

Please do NOT bring oversized portfolios; original, framed, or 3-dimensional art; easels, stands or props of any kind; unusual novelty formats, such as boxes; published books.

Promotional Postcards

Amount: Up to 20 suggested. Only one set (image) permitted.

Size: Up to 5x7 inches.

Submit your cards either in a rubber band or in a disposable bag, and the cards will be displayed on the table by your piece. No cardholders, please. We cannot ensure their safety or return. Please include your name and contact information.

Book Dummy (Optional)

Only one dummy permitted. It MUST be securely attached to your portfolio (string or ribbon suggested). This means of attachment is not an option, but a requirement if you bring a dummy. Please arrive to the check in table with your dummy already attached to your portfolio. Thank you.