White Linen and Lagniappe Poster Contest Rules
Event Details
The City of Slidell and the Slidell Commission on the Arts invite artists to participate in the official poster competition for White Linen and Lagniappe, scheduled for Saturday, August 9, 2025. This is a family-friendly event filled with art, live entertainment, delicious food, refreshing drinks, unique shopping, and a whole lot of lagniappe (that means “a little something extra” for those not in the know).
Eligibility
- Contest is open to all artists
- Three submissions per artist
- Original artwork only
Artwork Requirements
- Theme must capture the spirit of White Linen and Lagniappe and Olde Towne Slidell
- Artwork should reflect the culture and character of the City of Slidell
- Format: Portrait orientation (vertical)
- Medium: Any visual art medium suitable for digital reproduction
- Must be appropriate for all audiences
Technical Specifications
- Digital submissions only
- High-resolution format (300 DPI)
- File formats accepted: JPG, PNG, or PDF
- Final poster dimensions: 11″ x 17″ (portrait orientation)
Submission Process
- Email artwork to: culturalaffairs@cityofslidell.org
- Include in email:
- Artist’s full name
- Title of artwork
- Contact information (phone and email)
Important Dates
- Submission Deadline: Friday, May 30, 2025
- Winner Announcement: Friday, June 6, 2025
Prize and Rights
- The selected artist receives $250 stipend
- Artist will be credited in all promotional materials
- City of Slidell retains rights to use the winning image for event promotion
Selection Process
- Judging by the Slidell Commission on the Arts
- Artwork will be evaluated on:
- Artistic merit
- Theme interpretation
- Visual impact
- Reproduction quality
- Overall appeal
Additional Information
- By submitting artwork, artists agree to all contest rules
- Questions should be directed to the Cultural Affairs Department at (985) 646-4375
- The City of Slidell reserves the right to make final decisions related to the contest.
