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Ohio State Fair Poster Contest


When the poster contest was originally formed in 2024, the use of AI was permitted if explained as a part of the application process. However, we recognize that the use of AI has changed greatly over the last few years in ways we didn’t anticipate. Effective for the competition beginning with the 2027 Ohio State Fair, the use of AI will be prohibited.

Guidelines and Selection Criteria:

  • Both professional and amateur artists are permitted to enter.
  • Must be a resident of Ohio.
  • Must be 18 years old.
  • One entry per person.
  • Artwork must be family friendly.
  • Artwork must be related to the Ohio State Fair.
  • The Fair dates (July 28 – August 8, 2027) and words Ohio State Fair must be included. For reference purposes, or for those who choose to include this information, 2027 will be the 172nd Ohio State Fair.
  • Traditional mediums required (acrylic, watercolor, gouache, oil/chalk pastel, colored pencils, collage, etc.). The artist must disclose the medium of the poster. The use of AI is prohibited in this competition.
  • Size guidelines 24 inches x 36 inches/2:3 aspect ratio. Portrait orientation required.
  • Must be able to be reproduced and must be scalable to standard poster or postcard size.
  • All entries must be submitted electronically. Submissions must be high-quality digital photographs or images of your poster. .JPGs and .PDFs are acceptable.

Awards

  • Top 5 entries will be recognized.
  • Grand Champion will receive:
    • $1,000
    • Ribbon
    • Social media recognition
    • Admission tickets to the Ohio State Fair

Entrant Acknowledgment

Entrants must agree to follow the guidelines and rules set forth by the Ohio Expositions Commission. If I am a contest winner, I recognize that I must submit my original piece of art to be displayed at the Ohio State Fair. I recognize that the Ohio State Fair retains all rights to the artwork.

Terms and Conditions for Grand Champion

Upon award, the chosen artist will be required to execute an agreement with the Ohio Expositions Commission setting forth the terms and conditions. The artist will retain copyright, but full ownership of the finished selection will be transferred to the Ohio Expositions Commission. The Ohio Expositions Commission retains the right to reproduce the original artwork for sale in various forms including, but not limited to, postcards and other merchandise. The artwork can also be used as marketing and promotional material for the Ohio State Fair.
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