2016-2017 Reflections
2016-2017 Theme: What is Your Story?
The deadline for turning in advancing local entries to Council is Friday, November 18th. Information and entry forms can be found at the Washington State PTA Reflections page. Stay tuned for more information from Council Reflections Chair, Diana Ensenat.
NEW! Information emailed to local Reflections chairs and Presidents 11/6/16 from Diana Ensenat, Council Reflections Chair:
How to enter your finalists into the national database? If you haven't done so already please go to the WSPTA Reflections page and register your school (click on the Register here link) and enter your 15 finalists.
Dropping off entries for District Competition
We have reserved the Hamlin room at the Shoreline Center for Nov. 18 from 9am-12pm or 1-3pm to collect your finalists art work. If this day or times don't work for you, email Diana at densenat@gmail.com to arrange a different time/place.
Please fill out your finalist information on the Google doc link that was emailed earlier this week from Diana (the document contains student data so we are not linking to it directly). If you didn't receive the information, email Diana.
The spreadsheet is for us to use in numbering the entries and printing out the names, artist statements, the programs, etc. So it is very important.
REMINDER - Please ensure that the following has been completed prior to drop-off:
1. Each photograph or visual art entry that you bring must be firmly backed with mat board, foam core or cardboard of the appropriate thickness and wrapped in plastic per the Reflections guidelines. Student entry forms that are completely filled out must be securely affixed to the back of artwork in a plastic sleeve. Also, please read the requirements for all other categories and prepare entries accordingly. We will not accept entries that do not meet the requirements.
2. This year we are asking that you number each entry prior to dropping it off. Each school has been assigned a set of 15 numbers (the maximum # of entries each school can have). Please place a label dot on the front lower right hand corner of the covering of each piece as well as on the Student Entry Form. Numbers for non-visual art and photography entries should go on the outside envelope, the entry itself (CD/DVD case) and entry form. Label dots can be purchased at a variety of stores: office supply, drugstore, multi-use such as Fred Meyer or Target. Please see attached spreadsheet with assigned number.
3. We need both an electronic copy (sent prior to drop-off) and hard copy (brought with you at drop-off) of the google completed spreadsheet. Most of this information can be cut and pasted from the information that you entered and then downloaded from the National Reflections Database.
Volunteers needed to hang art on Nov. 28th-Dec.2
I need as many people as possible to come help me hang art during this week. The panels will be in the lobby (by the Shoreline School District Human Resources office) where they usually are. I work most days so the more helpers I can get, the faster this process will go but I'm giving myself a week to set up. I know some of you have already offered to help. Thank you!
Please let me know if you have any further questions or if you encounter any issues with any of the sites.
Looking forward to meeting all of you at some point during this process. And thank you for your dedication to our students.
2015-2016 Reflections Winners!!
Congratulations to this year's Reflections winners!!
Washington State PTA is proud to announce the winners of the 2015-2016 Reflections contest, Let Your Imagination Fly. Award recipients were selected from more than 1,100 entries submitted by PTAs all over Washington State. Outstanding Interpretation winners have been forwarded to the National PTA competition and all Outstanding Interpretation, Award of Excellence, and Award of Merit winners will be honored at a ceremony in April.
Literature:
Outstanding Interpretation: Abbie Krawczyk, Ridgecrest (grades 3-5) - "Let Your Imagination Fly"
Award of Merit: Josephine Cunningham, Lake Forest Park (grades PreK-2) - "Beauty"
Music Composition:
Award of Excellence: Benyamin Boujari, Shorewood (grades 9-12) - "Mirage"
Photography:
Outstanding Interpretation: Katie Wilcox, Ridgecrest (grades 6-8) - "Born of Words"
Visual Arts:
Award of Excellence: Emily diGianni, Shorecrest (grades 9-12) - "Turtle Bug"
Award of Merit: Kayla Telford, Shorecrest (grades 9-12) - "Tuesday After Tea"
Award of Merit: Fred Liu, Einstein (grades 6-8) - "A Tour of Imagination"
Award of Merit: Emily Wang, Meridian Park (grades 3-5) - "A Secret World Under the Sea"
2016-2017 Theme: What is Your Story?
The deadline for turning in advancing local entries to Council is Friday, November 18th. Information and entry forms can be found at the Washington State PTA Reflections page. Stay tuned for more information from Council Reflections Chair, Diana Ensenat.
NEW! Information emailed to local Reflections chairs and Presidents 11/6/16 from Diana Ensenat, Council Reflections Chair:
How to enter your finalists into the national database? If you haven't done so already please go to the WSPTA Reflections page and register your school (click on the Register here link) and enter your 15 finalists.
Dropping off entries for District Competition
We have reserved the Hamlin room at the Shoreline Center for Nov. 18 from 9am-12pm or 1-3pm to collect your finalists art work. If this day or times don't work for you, email Diana at densenat@gmail.com to arrange a different time/place.
Please fill out your finalist information on the Google doc link that was emailed earlier this week from Diana (the document contains student data so we are not linking to it directly). If you didn't receive the information, email Diana.
The spreadsheet is for us to use in numbering the entries and printing out the names, artist statements, the programs, etc. So it is very important.
REMINDER - Please ensure that the following has been completed prior to drop-off:
1. Each photograph or visual art entry that you bring must be firmly backed with mat board, foam core or cardboard of the appropriate thickness and wrapped in plastic per the Reflections guidelines. Student entry forms that are completely filled out must be securely affixed to the back of artwork in a plastic sleeve. Also, please read the requirements for all other categories and prepare entries accordingly. We will not accept entries that do not meet the requirements.
2. This year we are asking that you number each entry prior to dropping it off. Each school has been assigned a set of 15 numbers (the maximum # of entries each school can have). Please place a label dot on the front lower right hand corner of the covering of each piece as well as on the Student Entry Form. Numbers for non-visual art and photography entries should go on the outside envelope, the entry itself (CD/DVD case) and entry form. Label dots can be purchased at a variety of stores: office supply, drugstore, multi-use such as Fred Meyer or Target. Please see attached spreadsheet with assigned number.
3. We need both an electronic copy (sent prior to drop-off) and hard copy (brought with you at drop-off) of the google completed spreadsheet. Most of this information can be cut and pasted from the information that you entered and then downloaded from the National Reflections Database.
Volunteers needed to hang art on Nov. 28th-Dec.2
I need as many people as possible to come help me hang art during this week. The panels will be in the lobby (by the Shoreline School District Human Resources office) where they usually are. I work most days so the more helpers I can get, the faster this process will go but I'm giving myself a week to set up. I know some of you have already offered to help. Thank you!
Please let me know if you have any further questions or if you encounter any issues with any of the sites.
Looking forward to meeting all of you at some point during this process. And thank you for your dedication to our students.
2015-2016 Reflections Winners!!
Congratulations to this year's Reflections winners!!
Washington State PTA is proud to announce the winners of the 2015-2016 Reflections contest, Let Your Imagination Fly. Award recipients were selected from more than 1,100 entries submitted by PTAs all over Washington State. Outstanding Interpretation winners have been forwarded to the National PTA competition and all Outstanding Interpretation, Award of Excellence, and Award of Merit winners will be honored at a ceremony in April.
Literature:
Outstanding Interpretation: Abbie Krawczyk, Ridgecrest (grades 3-5) - "Let Your Imagination Fly"
Award of Merit: Josephine Cunningham, Lake Forest Park (grades PreK-2) - "Beauty"
Music Composition:
Award of Excellence: Benyamin Boujari, Shorewood (grades 9-12) - "Mirage"
Photography:
Outstanding Interpretation: Katie Wilcox, Ridgecrest (grades 6-8) - "Born of Words"
Visual Arts:
Award of Excellence: Emily diGianni, Shorecrest (grades 9-12) - "Turtle Bug"
Award of Merit: Kayla Telford, Shorecrest (grades 9-12) - "Tuesday After Tea"
Award of Merit: Fred Liu, Einstein (grades 6-8) - "A Tour of Imagination"
Award of Merit: Emily Wang, Meridian Park (grades 3-5) - "A Secret World Under the Sea"
Reflections Theme: Let Your Imagination Fly!
See the display now in the Horizon room at the Shoreline Center
The Reflections Reception is on the evening of January 7!
Can you help with the celebration? There are volunteer options on both the 6th and the 7th!! Sign up here: Volunteer Spot
Important Dates 2015-16:
November 13: Reflections entries due to Council
January 7, 6:30-8 pm: Reflections Reception, Shoreline Room
January 20: Reflections entries due to State
NEW FOR 2015-16
All PTAs must register their program at www.ptareflections.org at the BEGINNING of the school year. The online registration system opened July 7th for the 2015-2016 program year. It is especially important for Council PTAs to register early to make sure that local PTAs connect correctly.
Size limits
Size limits were adjusted to reflect the improvements in camera technology, as well as to help with the problems that are frequently encountered with larger Visual Arts pieces. Please see category specific rules for more information.
Submission limits
Submission limits were adjusted to improve the fairness of the competition. The size of a local non-council PTA and Council PTA Reflections program is now taken into consideration when submitting pieces to WSPTA. Council PTAs will continue to determine the limits for Local (council) PTAs submitting to them. Please refer to Section 6.4 of the Reflections Guide for more information. All PTAs are encouraged to forward at least 6 Special Artist entries to the next level of competition.
Reflections – Frequently Asked Questions
Please refer to the Reflections User’s Guide and the Rules and Guidelines for each category. Below are some frequently asked questions. Find the Reflections Handbook under "Leadership Resources" on the wastatepta website. Go to "Leadership Guide" to find the document.
How do I contact the WSPTA Reflections Chair?
The WSPTA Reflections chair is Marion Gillins. You can reach her at reflections@wastatepta.org.
Is the online process required?
In our state, all local PTAs and councils are REQUIRED to register and advance student entries through the online process. Any waivers of the online requirement must have prior approval of the WSPTA Reflections Chair.
What is the deadline for submitting Reflections entries?
Each local unit and council sets its own deadlines. If your local unit is part of a council, the local unit must submit entries to the council by its deadline so plan your program accordingly. Contact your council to find out its deadline. The deadline for a council or a non-council local PTA to submit entries is Wednesday, January 20, 2016. The deadline is a deliver by or postmark by date.
Where do we send our entries?
If your local PTA is part of a council, contact your council Reflections chair to find out where and when entries should be delivered. A local PTA which is a part of a council cannot send entries directly to WSPTA.
Councils and non-council local PTAs send entries directly to: WSPTA Reflections, Attn: Marion Gillins, 3900 Broadway, Everett, WA 98201 postmarked no later than Wednesday, January 20, 2016.
How many entries can we send to WSPTA?
Local PTAs that are members of a council need to follow council Reflections instructions to determine how many entries may be forwarded to the council level Reflections competition. The number of entries that non-council and countil PTAs may forward to WSPTA depends on participation in the Reflections program and details can be found in the Reflections Handbook.
What is the Reflections theme?
The Reflections theme is Let Your Imagination Fly. The theme is determined by National PTA. Students may submit theme ideas by using the Reflections Theme Entry Form available on the WSPTA website under the “Forms” tab of the Reflections page. The next theme will be announced in early spring.
How do I know if my local PTA is part of a council?
Contact your PTA president, region director, or the WSPTA office.
Who can enter the Reflections contest?
Reflections is a National PTA arts contest open to students in grades preschool through 12th grade. Although membership in a PTA is not required to enter the contest, a Reflections program is a benefit of attending a school where there is a PTA. Students must enter the Reflections contest through a local grade-equivalent school PTA (school) in good standing. A local PTA may, but is not required to, accept entries from students who do not attend it's particular school (i.e. home schooled students, students from schools where there is no PTA).
Students who do not attend a PTA school but wish to enter Reflections should contact the Reflections chair at a grade-equivalent school PTA in their school district to ask if their entry will be accepted by that PTA. PTA councils, Washington State PTA nor National PTA may not accept a Reflections entry directly from an entrant.
Where can I find Reflections forms and rules?
Reflections forms and rules are available on the WSPTA website under the programs/Reflections page.
Why does the PTA box on entry form ask for two PTA ID numbers?
Your PTA has both a National PTA number and a WSPTA number. Your local unit president and/or secretary can provide these numbers to you. Your National PTA number is an 8-digit number that usually starts with zero. Your WSPTA number is divided by periods in between 3 sets of numbers. For example, 2.12.123. Both numbers need to be included on the entry form.
Do children have to sign the entry form?
Yes. The entry form must be signed by the submitting student (even if it’s just a printed first name) and the student’s parent/guardian. If the student is at least 18 years old, only the student must sign.
What does “sturdy backing” mean for visual arts and photography entries?
This means that the entry must be mounted in a way that it cannot be folded, rolled or bent. Acceptable backing includes foam core, press board, canvas board, cardboard (solid piece no seams or folds), and thick mat board. Poster board, card stock, scrapbooking paper, construction paper, wood framed canvas, and glass are NOT acceptable backing materials. Entries not mounted on a sturdy backing may be disqualified. An entry that is surrounded by a mat but is not backed to prevent folding, rolling or bending may be disqualified. Please refer to the “Helpful Hints and Common Disqualifications” handout available on the website.
How should film and dance entries be submitted?
Film and dance entries must be submitted on a CD/DVD and the entry MUST be saved as a FILE on the CD/DVD. This means that when the disc is inserted in a computer the entry shows as a file that the viewer must open. If the disc is inserted in a computer and the entry starts playing without the viewer opening it, the entry is not in a file format. Entries not saved as a file may be disqualified. Judges view entries on a computer, not on a TV/DVD player. No video tapes are accepted. Submit the required number of copies indicated in the Rules and Guidelines.
What are the recommendations for quality recordings?
Make the room you record in as quiet as possible. Close windows and turn off all noise-making devices in the room (air conditioners, fans, telephones, etc.). Do not place the recording device on top of an instrument or speakers. Do not record at too loud a level (in the red zone on the meter) or too soft a level (meter barely moving). Record a short test and listen to it while watching the meter. If needed, improve recording quality by changing the record volume or microphone location. Return to the beginning of the CD and record two seconds of silence; then start performing your composition. Finish with another two seconds of silence.
Can more than one person create and submit the same entry?
No. Only one person can submit the entry.
How many entries can one student submit?
Your local PTA or council should make this decision. WSPTA does not set these limits.
Why are there so many rules - isn’t Reflections a program to encourage students to be creative?
Reflections does encourage creativity, but it is an art contest. Like all contests, there are guidelines, rules and deadlines. National PTA requires state PTAs to submit entries to the final level of judging following specific rules and guidelines. WSPTA requires that entries submitted at the state level follow the same rules and guidelines National PTA requires. At the local PTA level, you are free to accept and award entries that do not meet the rules and guidelines. You should not, however, submit entries not in compliance with the rules and guidelines to the next level.
If we have entries that make it to the state level, how and when will our entries be returned?
WSPTA and NPTA return only visual arts and photography entries. Please keep a copy of all other entries. Entries that received at the State level are returned to your region director at the WSPTA Annual Convention in April. It is the region director’s responsibility to distribute the entries to their councils and/or local PTAs. If you have not received your entries back by the end of May, please contact your region director (contact information available on the WSPTA website under the regions tab). National may keep the entries for up to 3 years if part of the National tour.
What is considered copyrighted material subject to disqualification?
An entrant may use copyrighted material in a Reflections entry as long as that material is not the primary focus of the entry, or if the entrant is not trying to pass off the copyrighted material as his/her own creation. For example, if a photograph is taken where someone is wearing a Mickey Mouse shirt, that entry is acceptable as long as the Mickey Mouse character is not the primary focus of the photograph. Even if the entrant takes a photograph of a family with Mickey Mouse at a theme park, that would still be an acceptable photograph if the subject of the photograph is the family and not the Mickey Mouse character. If an entrant creates an entry that includes Mickey Mouse as a primary subject in the artwork, that entry would be infringing on copyrighted material and would be disqualified. Sometimes, like in the case of a collage, possible copyright infringement would need to be determined on a case by case basis and the WSPTA Reflections Chair should be consulted.
Can you help with the celebration? There are volunteer options on both the 6th and the 7th!! Sign up here: Volunteer Spot
Important Dates 2015-16:
November 13: Reflections entries due to Council
January 7, 6:30-8 pm: Reflections Reception, Shoreline Room
January 20: Reflections entries due to State
NEW FOR 2015-16
All PTAs must register their program at www.ptareflections.org at the BEGINNING of the school year. The online registration system opened July 7th for the 2015-2016 program year. It is especially important for Council PTAs to register early to make sure that local PTAs connect correctly.
Size limits
Size limits were adjusted to reflect the improvements in camera technology, as well as to help with the problems that are frequently encountered with larger Visual Arts pieces. Please see category specific rules for more information.
- The size limit for Photography has been INCREASED to 18”x24”
- The size limit for Visual Arts has been DECREASED to 18”x24”
Submission limits
Submission limits were adjusted to improve the fairness of the competition. The size of a local non-council PTA and Council PTA Reflections program is now taken into consideration when submitting pieces to WSPTA. Council PTAs will continue to determine the limits for Local (council) PTAs submitting to them. Please refer to Section 6.4 of the Reflections Guide for more information. All PTAs are encouraged to forward at least 6 Special Artist entries to the next level of competition.
- This is not Shoreline: Local PTAs (not part of a council) may forward 8 entries PLUS 6 Special Artist entries to WSPTA, or 10% of their entries, whichever is greater. This is a decrease from 12 in the past, with the potential of an increase for larger programs.
- Council PTAs have new limits, and when a council reaches a certain level of PTAs participating they are able to forward 20% of entries received (not including Special Artist entries). There are increases or decreases depending on program size and participation.
- Shoreline PTA Council is accepting 15 entries from each Local PTA. This is a manageable amount for us to judge, (210 entries if all the schools enter 15) and will allow us to choose 30 to 42 entries from the district to move on the State (not including special ed).
- New max. size requirement for visual art has been reduced to 18"x24". Photography max has been increased to 18"x24" (This was mentioned above but bears repeating.)
- Art and photo can only be 3/8" thick, with mat. (no framed canvas)
- All visual art and photography needs to be wrapped in cellophane or be in a plastic sleeves.
- Two copies of CDs or DVDs are required for film, music, and dance.
- Student name should NOT be visible on art in order to conduct blind judging.
- Student Entry forms are here: http://www.wastatepta.org/programs/reflections/forms.html
- Forms need to be in a plastic sleeve attached to the art. Leave top open so the forms are easy to access.
- Each entry needs to have a numbered small round colored sticker on the art and a matching one on the Student Entry Form.
- Please enter student data into this spreadsheet: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1w-jO1FVljrwoDZ-xJKqiRVIzFd59jI23J3n2aWCvgX0/edit?usp=sharing for our use and records. Entry numbers are obtained from this spread sheet.
Reflections – Frequently Asked Questions
Please refer to the Reflections User’s Guide and the Rules and Guidelines for each category. Below are some frequently asked questions. Find the Reflections Handbook under "Leadership Resources" on the wastatepta website. Go to "Leadership Guide" to find the document.
How do I contact the WSPTA Reflections Chair?
The WSPTA Reflections chair is Marion Gillins. You can reach her at reflections@wastatepta.org.
Is the online process required?
In our state, all local PTAs and councils are REQUIRED to register and advance student entries through the online process. Any waivers of the online requirement must have prior approval of the WSPTA Reflections Chair.
What is the deadline for submitting Reflections entries?
Each local unit and council sets its own deadlines. If your local unit is part of a council, the local unit must submit entries to the council by its deadline so plan your program accordingly. Contact your council to find out its deadline. The deadline for a council or a non-council local PTA to submit entries is Wednesday, January 20, 2016. The deadline is a deliver by or postmark by date.
Where do we send our entries?
If your local PTA is part of a council, contact your council Reflections chair to find out where and when entries should be delivered. A local PTA which is a part of a council cannot send entries directly to WSPTA.
Councils and non-council local PTAs send entries directly to: WSPTA Reflections, Attn: Marion Gillins, 3900 Broadway, Everett, WA 98201 postmarked no later than Wednesday, January 20, 2016.
How many entries can we send to WSPTA?
Local PTAs that are members of a council need to follow council Reflections instructions to determine how many entries may be forwarded to the council level Reflections competition. The number of entries that non-council and countil PTAs may forward to WSPTA depends on participation in the Reflections program and details can be found in the Reflections Handbook.
What is the Reflections theme?
The Reflections theme is Let Your Imagination Fly. The theme is determined by National PTA. Students may submit theme ideas by using the Reflections Theme Entry Form available on the WSPTA website under the “Forms” tab of the Reflections page. The next theme will be announced in early spring.
How do I know if my local PTA is part of a council?
Contact your PTA president, region director, or the WSPTA office.
Who can enter the Reflections contest?
Reflections is a National PTA arts contest open to students in grades preschool through 12th grade. Although membership in a PTA is not required to enter the contest, a Reflections program is a benefit of attending a school where there is a PTA. Students must enter the Reflections contest through a local grade-equivalent school PTA (school) in good standing. A local PTA may, but is not required to, accept entries from students who do not attend it's particular school (i.e. home schooled students, students from schools where there is no PTA).
Students who do not attend a PTA school but wish to enter Reflections should contact the Reflections chair at a grade-equivalent school PTA in their school district to ask if their entry will be accepted by that PTA. PTA councils, Washington State PTA nor National PTA may not accept a Reflections entry directly from an entrant.
Where can I find Reflections forms and rules?
Reflections forms and rules are available on the WSPTA website under the programs/Reflections page.
Why does the PTA box on entry form ask for two PTA ID numbers?
Your PTA has both a National PTA number and a WSPTA number. Your local unit president and/or secretary can provide these numbers to you. Your National PTA number is an 8-digit number that usually starts with zero. Your WSPTA number is divided by periods in between 3 sets of numbers. For example, 2.12.123. Both numbers need to be included on the entry form.
Do children have to sign the entry form?
Yes. The entry form must be signed by the submitting student (even if it’s just a printed first name) and the student’s parent/guardian. If the student is at least 18 years old, only the student must sign.
What does “sturdy backing” mean for visual arts and photography entries?
This means that the entry must be mounted in a way that it cannot be folded, rolled or bent. Acceptable backing includes foam core, press board, canvas board, cardboard (solid piece no seams or folds), and thick mat board. Poster board, card stock, scrapbooking paper, construction paper, wood framed canvas, and glass are NOT acceptable backing materials. Entries not mounted on a sturdy backing may be disqualified. An entry that is surrounded by a mat but is not backed to prevent folding, rolling or bending may be disqualified. Please refer to the “Helpful Hints and Common Disqualifications” handout available on the website.
How should film and dance entries be submitted?
Film and dance entries must be submitted on a CD/DVD and the entry MUST be saved as a FILE on the CD/DVD. This means that when the disc is inserted in a computer the entry shows as a file that the viewer must open. If the disc is inserted in a computer and the entry starts playing without the viewer opening it, the entry is not in a file format. Entries not saved as a file may be disqualified. Judges view entries on a computer, not on a TV/DVD player. No video tapes are accepted. Submit the required number of copies indicated in the Rules and Guidelines.
What are the recommendations for quality recordings?
Make the room you record in as quiet as possible. Close windows and turn off all noise-making devices in the room (air conditioners, fans, telephones, etc.). Do not place the recording device on top of an instrument or speakers. Do not record at too loud a level (in the red zone on the meter) or too soft a level (meter barely moving). Record a short test and listen to it while watching the meter. If needed, improve recording quality by changing the record volume or microphone location. Return to the beginning of the CD and record two seconds of silence; then start performing your composition. Finish with another two seconds of silence.
Can more than one person create and submit the same entry?
No. Only one person can submit the entry.
How many entries can one student submit?
Your local PTA or council should make this decision. WSPTA does not set these limits.
Why are there so many rules - isn’t Reflections a program to encourage students to be creative?
Reflections does encourage creativity, but it is an art contest. Like all contests, there are guidelines, rules and deadlines. National PTA requires state PTAs to submit entries to the final level of judging following specific rules and guidelines. WSPTA requires that entries submitted at the state level follow the same rules and guidelines National PTA requires. At the local PTA level, you are free to accept and award entries that do not meet the rules and guidelines. You should not, however, submit entries not in compliance with the rules and guidelines to the next level.
If we have entries that make it to the state level, how and when will our entries be returned?
WSPTA and NPTA return only visual arts and photography entries. Please keep a copy of all other entries. Entries that received at the State level are returned to your region director at the WSPTA Annual Convention in April. It is the region director’s responsibility to distribute the entries to their councils and/or local PTAs. If you have not received your entries back by the end of May, please contact your region director (contact information available on the WSPTA website under the regions tab). National may keep the entries for up to 3 years if part of the National tour.
What is considered copyrighted material subject to disqualification?
An entrant may use copyrighted material in a Reflections entry as long as that material is not the primary focus of the entry, or if the entrant is not trying to pass off the copyrighted material as his/her own creation. For example, if a photograph is taken where someone is wearing a Mickey Mouse shirt, that entry is acceptable as long as the Mickey Mouse character is not the primary focus of the photograph. Even if the entrant takes a photograph of a family with Mickey Mouse at a theme park, that would still be an acceptable photograph if the subject of the photograph is the family and not the Mickey Mouse character. If an entrant creates an entry that includes Mickey Mouse as a primary subject in the artwork, that entry would be infringing on copyrighted material and would be disqualified. Sometimes, like in the case of a collage, possible copyright infringement would need to be determined on a case by case basis and the WSPTA Reflections Chair should be consulted.
