[Chris Saper]

Here's a PS.

I think it's important to keep competitions in perspective. I have had paintings rejected by my small local art group, that have gone on to win national awards.

So, don't be upset if your work doesn't make the competition, or if it does, don't get upset if it doesn't get a prize. It's just one painting, one judge, one day, and it's not about you or your work.

Conversely, don't get cocky if you win. Our collective task is to become better painters, and that is quite independent of competitions.