- The competition is running on the Helen McNicholas Artist Facebook page from Monday 13th September 2021 until 8pm on Monday 20th September.
- The competition is in no way endorsed by or linked with Facebook.
- Only comments made on the original competition post will be counted as entries.
- The winner will receive an original 10cm x 10cm painting by Helen McNicholas of the subject stated in their winning comment (or the subject chosen by Helen if more than one subject suggestion is made).
- Only subjects related to food or drink will be considered.
- There is no cash alternative for the prize.
- The painting will be completed as soon as Helen's schedule and other work commitments allow.
- The winning painting will be posted to a mainland UK address only.
- The painting will be in Helen's usual style and to her composition - no discussion will be entered into about the design of the final painting.
- The copyright of the winning painting will remain with Helen McNicholas - it may not be copied or reproduced in any way without permission.
- By entering the competition you are agreeing to your subject suggestion being used in future paintings by Helen McNicholas even if you do not win.
- You must send Helen a cake (ok, so this one is made up - I was just checking that you are paying attention!)
- The winner will be announced via the Facebook page just after 8pm on Monday 20th September.
- The winner will be chosen by Helen McNicholas and will be based on the originality and suitability of their subject suggestion.
- Helen's decision of who has won the competition is final.
- Any comments deemed to be unsuitable in content or tone will be removed from the competition thread.