Can I submit a work made prior to 2024?

Yes. However, any artwork submitted must have been executed since the closure of the previous JUWSPA exhibition, 8 Jan 2022. Any artwork created before this date is not eligible.

Is there a fee to enter?

Yes. All entrants are required to pay an entry fee of $40 Australian dollars including GST to enter the Award.

Can I enter more than one photograph as part of a single entry?

Yes. Your artwork may consist of multiple panels as part of one entry, however, this artwork must be presented as one artwork and must be no larger than the maximum dimension requirement of 200cm x 200cm (with a maximum depth of 200cm). For example, the artwork could be presented as a diptych or a triptych. It cannot be multiple artworks from a series. If entering a multi-panel work, please ensure the one (1) uploaded image reflects how the artwork will be exhibited.

What is meant by the term 'expanded photography'?

Traditional and expanded photographic media may be selected. Traditional photography encompasses film and digital photography presented as still 2D works. Expanded photography means new combinations that mediate the presentation of photography such as sculpture, projection, and installation.

Do I need to frame my work for exhibition?

Yes, but only if you are notified that you are a finalist. All artworks need to be suitably framed or mounted, and then wrapped with bubble wrap for safe handling. Acrylic is preferred and glass must not be used in framing. The back of each artwork must be fitted with a 2-point hanging system (D-ring latches preferred). For artworks that are complex to hang, or if an alternate unframed installation is inherent to the work, detailed instructions must be supplied. Please contact HOTA to discuss on juwspa@hota.com.au.

Do I retain copyright in my work? 

Yes, all entrants retain copyright in their work, but finalists grant a licence for their entry to be used as set out in clause 10. A slightly broader licence (as set out in clause 11 of the conditions) applies in relation to entries acquired by HOTA for the HOTA Gallery Collection.

Is the copyright licence under either clause 10 or 11 for commercial or non-commercial purposes?

The licences under clauses 10 and 11 of the terms and conditions are for non-commercial purposes only, relating to the competition (including future competitions) and gallery / collection purposes. If HOTA wants, for example, to use your entry in merchandise, it will contact you to negotiate a licence on commercial terms.

What about my moral rights? Will HOTA credit me as the Artist? 

Yes, HOTA will always clearly attribute the artwork to the artist when displaying or reproducing the Work.

How do I know if my work will be considered for acquisition?

If your entry is selected by the judge as a finalist (and therefore to be included in the Exhibition), it will be eligible to be acquired by HOTA.

If my work is the winning entry, how much money do I receive, including HOTA's acquisition?

If yours is the winning entry, you will receive a lump sum of $25,000 by way of prize money and your artwork will be acquired for the HOTA Gallery Collection. GST is not paid by HOTA on this prize money and no additional money is paid to the winner for the acquisition of their work.

If I am not selected as the winner, yet my work is selected for acquisition, how much will HOTA pay me for the acquisition?

HOTA will pay you the value of the artwork as stated on your entry form, provided only that that value is fair and reasonable in all the circumstances. If the value you assign to your entry is in HOTA’s view either too high or too low, HOTA may have the value of the artwork independently assessed, with the decision of the valuer being binding.

When do I get paid if my work is selected as the winner?

The winning artist is paid within 30 days of receipt of an invoice for the winning amount of $25,000.

Do I need to supply a copy of a consent form from my subject?

If selected as a finalist, it is your responsibility to obtain signed consent forms or model release forms where applicable. You may be asked to supply HOTA with a copy of a signed consent form in relation to the subjects included in your Work. If it was not reasonably practicable to obtain written consent from your subjects, you will need to explain why, if contacted by HOTA.

If your entry contains third-party copyright material, you will also need to obtain licences from the relevant copyright owner that are at least as extensive as the combined clauses 10 and 11 of the Competition Conditions.

When can I announce to my networks and friends that I am a finalist?

You can share the good news you’ve been selected as a finalist when you’ve been officially advised in writing by HOTA.

I am having trouble applying online, who can help me?

If you find you are having difficulty accessing or using the online submission portal, we can assist. We ask that you avoid leaving it to the last minute! We encourage you to contact HOTA well before 5pm AEST on Fri 30 Aug 2024. Please get in touch at opencall@hota.com.au.