Before entering the Tillys Art Competition, carefully review all official rules and guidelines. Failure to comply will result in disqualification.
Core Eligibility Requirements
Age: Participants must be legal residents of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia and at least 18 years old at the time of entry.
Employee Restriction: Employees, officers, directors, and agents of Tillys, its affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, and their immediate family members are ineligible.
Originality: Submitted artwork must be your sole, original creation. Do not submit work created by another person.
Submission Process & Guidelines
Entry Period: Strictly adhere to the published entry window. Submissions received before or after this period are void.
Digital Format: Artwork must be submitted via the official online portal in the specified digital format. Common requirements include:
- High-resolution JPEG or PNG.
- Specific file size limits.
- Required dimensions or resolution.
Theme & Subject: Ensure your work clearly aligns with the competition's announced theme and any specific subject matter guidelines.
Number of Entries: Understand any limits on the number of pieces you may submit.
Artwork Content & Rights
Intellectual Property: You retain copyright ownership of your submitted artwork. However, by entering:
- You grant Tillys a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to reproduce, display, modify, distribute, and use your entry solely for promotional purposes related to the competition and Tillys brand.
- Your artwork must not infringe upon any third-party intellectual property rights.
Prohibited Content: Entries must not contain:
- Hate speech, defamation, obscenity, or harassment.
- Promotion of illegal activities or violence.
- Brand names, logos, or trademarks other than Tillys (unless explicitly permitted).
Judging & Prizes
Judging Criteria: Entries are typically judged based on:
- Originality and creativity.
- Artistic skill and technical execution.
- Relevance to the competition theme.
- Overall impact and appeal.
Winner Notification: Potential winners will be contacted via the email provided at entry within a specified timeframe after judging concludes. Failure to respond timely forfeits the prize.
Prize Details: Carefully note:
- The exact prize value and components.
- Any restrictions or limitations on prize use or transfer.
- Tax liabilities are the sole responsibility of the winner.
Critical Disclaimers
Disqualification: Tillys reserves the right to disqualify any entry that violates rules, contains prohibited material, or is deemed inappropriate at its sole discretion.
Rule Changes: Rules may be modified or the competition canceled at any time without notice. Consult the official source for the latest information.
Publicity Release: Winners agree to the use of their name, likeness, and entry for promotional purposes without compensation. Release of claims against Tillys is required.
Review thoroughly: This summary highlights key points. Refer exclusively to the full, current official rules document provided by Tillys before submitting.
