1. This contest is for the cover photograph on the 2009 Tutorial Catalog. The winner's reborn baby photograph, contact information, and biography will all be in the 2009 Tutorial Catalog. Please only submit one photograph. To submit more then one photo please read #12 below.
2. The submission is the photograph of the doll, not the actual doll itself. The doll will not be sent to Secrist headquarters and the winner may do anything they like with the winning doll.
3. Submitted photographs must be professional quality. Artists are welcome to submit their own professional quality photos or submit photos taken at a professional photography studio.
4. Submitted digital photographs must be a minimum of 2400 X 3000 pixels (in its original size) and full color. Photos should be a minimum of about 2 megs.
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If your digital camera does not take large enough photos then please have the doll's picture taken professionally. Because this is a cover photo there are no exceptions to the high resolution requirement.
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Please do NOT enlarge a small photograph to fit the dimensions listed above. Small digital photos that are simply enlarged to a larger size may look fine on the computer screen but will print very grainy and therefore cannot be accepted.
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5. Submit digital photographs to dolls@secristdolls.com. You will get a confirmation that your photo has been received and is eligible for the contest. If you do not receive a confirmation please call 989-835-9388, as your photo may not have been received. Please do not submit your photo more then once via email.
6. Submit physical photographs (8 X 10 inch minimum size - do not bend) to Secrist Doll Company | Cover Baby Contest | PO Box 256 | Midland, MI 48640.
7. Submitted photos (digital or otherwise) cannot have any borders, shadings, feathers, text, or artistic embellishments of any kind on them. Photo collages are not eligible.
8. Secrist reserves the right to use all submitted photos as needed for promotional purposes.
9. Photos emailed in must be submitted as attachments to the email entry and not web-based pictures.
10. Submissions are limited to those reborns made from Secrist doll kits, bodies, and eyes. Mohair does not need to be from Secrist Doll Company. Using Secrist clothing is desired but not required. Pacifiers cannot cover the dolls face.
11. Entrants grant publication rights of the photos to Secrist Doll Company, any affiliated doll magazines, and all affiliates of both companies. Winners may also be required to sign and return to Secrist (within 7 days of winning) a statement clearly granting such publication rights. Photos will be judged on the following criteria:
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Photo Quality: Clear photos that show the detail of your work.
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Reborn Artistry: Covers things such as hair, coloring and detail painting.
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Pose: We are looking for a baby that is posed in a natural and lifelike manner.
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Outfit and accessories: Clothing makes the baby. They don't need to be elaborate but they must bring out the best of the baby. Any blankets, toys or other items that add to the overall effect of the scene and beauty of the baby are welcome. Clothes must not have text on them.
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Overall appeal: Your photograph should have a harmonizing effect of all the above components that will make people sit up and take notice!
12. Your first entry is free! All additional entries (meaning additional photos) are $5.00 each and must be paid prior to the submission being sent. Additional submissions sent without prior payment will not be eligible. Want to submit additional entries? Click this link: www.secristdolls.com/inc/sdetail/41008
13. Dolls made from the kits listed below are the only doll kits eligible for winning the 2009 Cover Baby Contest. You may submit other Secrist dolls but you will not be in the running for the cover. You may win the back cover or an honorable mention.
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15" Louise
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17" Sassy
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19" Jody
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19" Paddy
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19" Rosie
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19" Sparrow
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22" Bink
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22" Nighty Nite
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22" Petunia
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22" Phoebe
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22" Pinky
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22" Raspberry
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22" Silly Goose
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22" Sunflower
14. Any dolls not listed above are ineligible for the 2009 Cover Baby but may be used for the back cover or an honorable mention. Dolls must use Secrist limbs and body slips. Either 1/4 or 3/4 limbs are acceptable.
15. Artists can only enter their own reborn work. All of the reborning processes must be their own work such as rooting and painting. Entering somebody else's work is not permitted. The only exception is the photo may be taken by a professional.
16. Deadline for submissions is September 30, 2008.
17. Winners will be notified by postal mail or email.
18. Winner will be chosen by a panel of select individuals who distribute Secrist products, and a panel of editors and members from Doll Reader, Doll Crafter, Discover Dolls, LifeLike Dolls magazines.
19. Grand prize winner receives US $1500.00 Secrist Gift Certificate and has one year to spend the entire amount. Secrist dollars are good for products at www.SecristDolls.com and www.AVDW.com only. Shipping and handling charges must be paid separately.
20. Please do not send photos of dolls with pacifiers or bottles that will cover a portion of the face. These will not be eligible for the contest.
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Artist who submit photos must provide complete contact information:
