The Merrill Area Chamber of Commerce is thinking Christmas already. They are looking for an artist in their 12th Annual Christmas Card Art Contest.
The winning artist will have their artwork featured and printed on the 12th Annual Merrill Christmas Card which will be available for sale during the upcoming Christmas season.
Entries must depict a Merrill Christmas scene – past or present. Contest entries are due by Sept. 15, 2022. Each contestant may submit one entry using any of the following two-dimensional mediums: acrylic, pen and ink, watercolor, or oil. Each entry must be mounted and framed on tag board or foam core that is 12” X 18” in overall dimension. Judges will select one image which captures the essence and spirit of the Christmas season in Merrill. The winner will receive a $250 Merrill Chamber gift certificate and have their artwork featured on the 2022 Christmas card and be used in future promotions.
Submitted artwork becomes the property of the Merrill Area Chamber of Commerce and may be used in various promotional displays. All submissions must be an original work of art.
For information on contest rules and guidelines or for an application, contact the Merrill Area Chamber of Commerce at 715.536.9474 or stop by their office located at 705 N. Center Ave. Information is also available on their website at www.merrillchamber.org. Deadline for entry is Sept. 15, 2022.