Apply FAQ

Please find below a list of our most asked questions

TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL IMAGES

Image quality strongly affects selection. Use sharp, well-lit photos with simple backgrounds and a clear, consistent body of work. All six images should showcase your work and may be used for promotion. Submit only product images, no photos of you or your studio.

HAVE I PUT THE CORRECT TITLES ON MY IMAGES?

It is essential that you title your images correctly, so that our website system can find you.

We ask for 6 images. Add your name, image number, and event name and event year. EG, SarahJames1BoveyTracey2026

FILE FORMAT

The form will accept JPG, Jpeg or PNG files. Please supply high resolution (300dpi) Most cameras already shoot at 300dpi. Maximum file size 3MB per image

IMAGE DIMENSIONS

Landscape images are best (4:3 ratio). This is the way our website will display your images. Portrait or square images are accepted for applications but may be cropped later for website use.

FORM WON’T SUBMIT / FREEZES

This may be due to slow internet or another upload in progress. Try again shortly. If needed, submit all images in low resolution, high-res can be requested later if selected.

DO YOU HAVE A STARTUP SECTION AT ALL FESTIVALS?

There is StartUP at Bovey Tracey and Cardigan.

WHY IS THERE AN APPLICATION FEE?

The non-refundable fee covers the time to download nearly 5000 images, administration and the costs of the expert selection panel.

SHOULD I APPLY FOR STARTUP AND MAIN SECTION?

Yes, if eligible. StartUP has limited spaces, so applying to both increases your chances. If selected for both, you’ll be placed in StartUP. Each selection is judged independently.

IS THERE A WAITING LIST?

Yes, but you must apply and go through selection to be added to the reserve list.

AM I ELIGIBLE FOR STARTUP?

You must be within your first 2 years of business. Restarting or rebranding an older business does not qualify. No formal qualifications are required, but students must wait until after graduating. You can only join StartUP once per show.

If you have any other questions please feel free to contact us here.