2025 Dyers Guild Choice Awards – Rules

Eligibility

Open to all disc dyers worldwide

Disc must be dyed in 2025

Submissions must be original work created by the person submitting

Submissions

Each disc may be submitted to one (1) award category only

Multiple discs may be submitted, but each disc must be entered separately

Minor post-dye cleanup is allowed

Stock stamps may be wiped or left intact unless the category requires otherwise (such as the Stamp Integration Award)

All submissions must include at least one clear photo of the finished disc

Some categories may require additional photos (example: daylight and glow photos for the Best Glow Award)

Voting

Voting is open to the public

Voters may vote once per day per category

Voting is limited by IP address

Any attempt to manipulate or abuse the voting system may result in disqualification at the discretion of the Dyers Guild

Deadlines

Submissions close: December 31st at 5:00 PM CST

Voting closes: December 31st at 5:00 PM CST

Votes cast after the deadline will not be counted

Winner Selection

Winners are determined by community vote

In the event of a tie, the Dyers Guild reserves the right to break the tie or recognize multiple winners

Winners will be announced live during the New Year’s livestream

General

By submitting, you grant the Dyers Guild permission to share your images on the website, livestream, and social media with credit

The Dyers Guild reserves the right to remove any submission that is inappropriate, offensive, or does not align with the spirit of the event

Have fun, be respectful, and support fellow dyers as this event is about celebrating the community