The following must be included, whether within or around the final design:
1. All designs must include the festival date and name (Red, White & BOOM!, July 4, 2026).

2. Overall size must not exceed 12” wide x 14” tall. Vertical orientation is recommended. Old Town Association reserves the right to rearrange the required text if deemed necessary for printing.

3. Design must not exceed five (5) colors for final printing. If the winning design includes more than the maximum colors allowed, Old Town Association reserves the right to alter colors for printing.

4. No violence or vulgar representation or wording will be allowed. Any artwork submitted containing these dynamics will be disqualified from the contest.

5. All artwork must be original and unpublished, non-commerical work and cannot borrow elements from other artists’ work, including the City of Rock Hill and Old Town Association logos which cannot be used within the design. 

6. All digital designs must be received as .jpeg, .pdf, .eps or .ai file types. You may be requested to submit the native design files. See below for physical artwork submission.