How to upload work

Uploading your artwork to EntryThingy is simple and straightforward. You can upload work either directly to a call application or to your Artwork Management portfolio for reuse across multiple calls.

Uploading to Your Portfolio (Artwork Management)

This is the recommended way to upload work if you plan to apply to multiple calls:

1. Go to Portfolio
2. Click "Portfolio" in the navigation menu (or visit app.entrythingy.com/artist/artwork/)
3. Click "Upload Artwork"
4. Look for the blue button with a plus icon at the top of the page
5. Select your image file
6. Click the upload area or drag and drop your image file
7. Supported formats: JPEG, PNG, WebP, HEIC (iPhone photos)
8. Maximum file size: 25 MB
9. Add details about your piece
10. Title (required): Name of your artwork
11. Materials: What the piece is made of (e.g., "Oil on canvas", "Digital print")
12. Dimensions: Size of the artwork (e.g., "24 x 36 inches")
13. Year: When the piece was created
14. Description: Additional details about the work (optional)
15. Save your piece
16. Click "Save" to add it to your portfolio
17. Your piece is now stored and ready to use in call applications

Uploading Directly to a Call Application

You can also upload work directly when applying to a specific call:

1. Start your application
2. Find a call you want to apply to and click "Apply"
3. Choose upload method
4. Option 1: Select "Select from My Artwork" if you've already uploaded pieces to your portfolio
5. Option 2: Click "Upload New Piece" to add a new image directly to this application
6. Upload your image
7. Click the upload area or drag and drop your file
8. Add any required details (title, description, etc.)
9. Continue your application
10. Add more pieces if the call allows multiple submissions
11. Complete the rest of the application form

Tips for Successful Uploads

Image quality: - Use high-resolution images (at least 1000px on the longest side) - Ensure images are in RGB/sRGB color space (not CMYK) - Save images as JPEG or PNG format

File size: - Most calls accept files up to 25 MB - If your file is too large, use the Pixel Prep tool to optimize it - Compress images before uploading if needed

Best practices: - Upload images that accurately represent your work - Use good lighting and clear backgrounds - Crop images to focus on the artwork - Name your files descriptively before uploading

Troubleshooting Upload Issues

If your upload stalls or fails: - Check your internet connection - Try uploading one image at a time - Use a different browser or clear your browser cache - Ensure your file is under the size limit

If you get an error about file size: - Use Pixel Prep to resize your image - Compress the image using image editing software - Check the call's specific size requirements

If your image doesn't display correctly: - Make sure the color space is RGB/sRGB (not CMYK) - Try converting the file to JPEG format - Re-export the image from your editing software

Need Help?

If you're having trouble uploading your work, contact us at help@entrythingy.com. We're here to help!