Dear friends! The first two weeks of accepting applications went by in a flash, and at the moment there are several questions from participants that I have encountered during these two weeks.
In this regard, I want to make this article with frequently asked questions about the Step by Step project.
1. How many stages are there in the new season of the Step by Step project?
There is only ONE stage in the fourth season of the Step by Step project. That is, applications for participation in the fourth season of the Step by Step project will be open only from January 1 to February 25, 2024. After applications close, the next chance to take part in the project will only appear in 2027.
2. How many formats of participation in the project are there Step by Step?
The project is divided into two formats of participation - (not two stages) ONLINE and OFFLINE. A list of all items included in the formats can be found in the rules of participation at the link.
3. If I choose the ONLINE format, will I receive a catalogue?
No. This format does not provide the possibility of obtaining a catalogue. The works of participants in the ONLINE format will not be published in the catalogue of the Step by Step project. (Excluding the works of the ten format winners.)
4. How many applications can I submit during the application period?
There is no limit to the number of applications that each artist can submit during the submission period. That is, each participant can send an unlimited number of applications.
5. Will the cost of participation in the project change depending on the number of applications?
No. The cost of participation in the project does not depend on the number of applications. Each artist must pay only ONE time for participation. For ONLINE format or OFFLINE format.
6. Can I win in several categories at the same time, within the OFFLINE format of the fourth season of the Step by Step project?
Yes. In the new season, we decided to give participants the opportunity to claim victory in various categories at the same time. In this regard, we recommend sending more applications. Your chances increase with each application.
7. Will only one work from each participant be published in the project catalogue within the OFFLINE format?
Yes. The catalogue will include only one work from each participant. This will be the work that received the most points in the voting of the jury members. The only exceptions will be the works of the winners. All works that receive prizes will be published in the catalogue, even if there are several works by the same author.
8. How will the jury members vote?
Each jury member will receive a Google form, which will contain photos of the final works of the participants, the names of the participants, and the countries they represent. Each entry will need to be given a score from 1 to 10. Each jury member votes independently. The voting result is confidential and is revealed only as part of the vote count. All points for each work are summed up and divided by the number of jury members. If several participants receive the same number of points, an additional vote is held. Which will determine the winner. If a jury member requires additional information on any participant (photo of steps, description of steps, etc.), it is provided upon the first request.
9. Will only the final photo of my work be published in the catalogue?
No. In the catalogue, each participant is provided with one page on which the participant’s work will be printed with all the steps of its implementation. Including description of materials and steps.
10. Will there be a cash prize for the winners of the project?
Yes. In the new season, it was decided to introduce cash prizes into the awards package for the first three winners. The award amounts will be announced in April 2024. They will be awarded to the works that score the most points. Only different people can become winners in this category.
11. Is postage (catalogue, certificates, awards, etc.) included in the cost of participation in the OFFLINE format?
Yes. The cost of participation in the OFFLINE format includes the cost of postage. This will be a package sent by the national postal operator.
12. When will I receive my catalogue if I take part in the project in OFFLINE format?
All postal parcels will be sent out within one month from September 1 to September 30, 2024. * The organizers ask you to note that if the participant did not pick up his parcel at the post office on time and it was sent back, then the participant pays for re-shipment. Also, if, when filling out the application form, the participant indicated an incorrect address or an address with errors, and the parcel is sent to the wrong address of the participant, the participant himself is responsible for this. Be careful when filling out the application!
13. If I choose the OFFLINE format and come to the festival in Gdansk on August 22-25, 2024, and pick up my package (catalogue, certificate, prizes), can I pay less for participation?
No. For participants of the OFFLINE format who will take part in the festival or come to Gdansk to pick up their catalogue, a gala banquet is provided within the framework of the festival.
14. The rules indicate that we will need to pay additionally for participation in the festival, what amount are we talking about?
The amount of additional payment will be calculated in June 2024, taking into account current prices, and will include: the cost of entrance tickets and tickets for public transport as part of the excursion program within the festival; rental of a hall in which many free demonstrations of skill will be held from members of the project jury and from invited artists; Also in the hall there will be testing of art materials from various material manufacturing companies; constant access to hot tea, coffee, cold drinks, and small snacks; joint dinners in the best restaurants in Gdansk and Sopot (optional - the issue is discussed directly with each participant)
15. Will there be master classes at the festival in Gdansk on August 22-25, 2024?
Yes, festival participants have the opportunity to participate in master classes from jury members and honorary guests of the project. Master classes will be paid. 100% of the payment for the master class will be transferred to the artist who conducts the master class. Several places at master classes will be raffled off among festival participants.
16. Will I receive a festival participant/master class certificate?
Yes, each participant will receive a unique personalized festival participant certificate, and a master class participant certificate, signed by the hand of the artist who conducted the master class.
17. Why should I send many applications if only one work will be published?
The best works of the project will be invited to be published in the book “Watercolour Step by Step”. And the more applications you send, the more works can be included in the book. We remind you that in the book, each participant will be provided with from 2 to 6 pages of 27*34 cm format. *Participation is by personal invitation only! More information about the book can be found in the rules of participation here.
18. If my work is invited to be published in a specified book, do I have to pay for the publication(book)?
No. There is no need to pay for publication in a book. The project takes place at the initiative of the organizers and does not oblige participants to pay for participation. You need to pay only if you order a copy of the book for yourself - if you wish, and in this case, if your work is published there, you will also receive a certificate of participation and a package of products from the organizers.
19. In what language will the book “Watercolour Step by Step” be published?
The book will be published in English. But it is possible to publish the book in other languages, subject to certain necessary conditions. For questions about publishing the book in other languages, please contact: stepbystep.competition@gmail.com
20. Where can I get acquainted with the program of the festival of the Step by Step project on August 22-25, 2024?
The preliminary festival program will be published on January 15, 2024. It can be found via this link
21. Do I have to book a place at the festival/workshops? And when can I do this?
Yes, participation in the festival is only possible by appointment. The number of seats is limited, considering the size of the venue. Registration for the festival/master classes will be open from April 20, 2024. Participation in the festival is only for project finalists and OFFLINE format participants!
Dear friends, if you have any more questions about the project, please write them right here under this article, I will try to answer them as quickly as possible and add them to the article if necessary.
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