Student book arts competition

CCA Libraries Annual Student Book Arts Competition 2018 - Submit your entry today!

Three books by CCA students will be selected for inclusion in the libraries' artists' book collection and awarded a $200 prize!

All entries will be considered for the following three categories:

  • Handmade: Handmade book in any medium or form
  • Content: Handmade or commercially printed book where the content is the primary consideration for judging (example: photography, graphic design, comic books or graphic novels)
  • Research & Design: Handmade or commercially printed book where the design and research into the content of the book is the primary consideration for judging (example: graphic design)

The widest possible definition of a book will be considered.

Entries will be accepted April 23rd - May 4th, 2018 at any CCA Library branch.

Exhibition: Books entered into the competition will be on display during the judging period.

Rules for entry

  • You must be a current CCA student.
  • Entries must be submitted between April 23 and May 4, 2018 to any CCA Library branch.
  • Limit 2 entries per person.
  • Work on the book submitted must be in conjunction with a CCA course.

Fine Print

  • Books will be evaluated by a panel of CCA library staff.
  • The winning entries become the property of the CCA Libraries.
  • CCA & the library assume no responsibility for damage/loss of work during the competition.
  • All entries (except grand prize winners) must be picked up by May 31, 2018.

Download the entry form (pdf), with complete rules and details.

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