The deadline for submissions has passed. Thanks to all those who entered the contest! Stay tuned — we’ll be announcing the finalists in March.
Since Stephen Harper cancelled the National Portrait Gallery, we decided to create our own in his honour. We’re inviting artists to submit their portrait of Canada’s Prime Minister for inclusion in the Stephen Harper Portrait Gallery, and their chance to win (minor) fame and riches!
The Conservative Party has made many, many cuts to the arts, so our jury will be looking for portraits that best embody Stephen Harper’s “commitment” to the arts and culture in Canada.
Our favourite entry will win $1000! There is no entry fee, and we encourage everyone to participate. Selected works will be put on display in an exhibition in Ottawa and Montreal with possible shows to follow in other Canadian cities.
The winner will be chosen by a jury composed of Canadian cultural luminary, including:
- Sheila Copps, former Canadian Heritage Minister
- Mary Walsh, comedian, This Hour Has 22 Minutes
- George Littlechild, west coast visual artist
- Yung Chang, filmmaker
Stephen Harper may hate art, but art loves Stephen Harper.
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