To Participate, follow the simple list of guidelines below... then upload your design*.

1. ARTWORK SIZE: 1.38" x 2.8" (300 dpi)
   (414 pixels x 840 pixels at 300 dpi)
   Submit as a jpg!
   
   
2. Your design MUST relate to the card you are submitting for - we are being very strict on this.
   
   
3. Design your playing card in high resolution (300 dpi or better) in CMYK. You may use vector art, raster art, photography, etc. etc.
   
   
4. Your name and design title will appear on the final print so make sure you enter them exactly as you would like them to read.
   
   
5. Custom 52 will then add the surrounding playing card template and create a thumbnail for display on Custom52.com.
   
   
6. Your design must not contain copyrighted material or be "overly" offensive.
   
   
7. Judging: the custom52 team will prejudge all submissions before posting for design quality. Not all entries will be published on the custom52 website.
   
   
8. Custom 52 will post a notice when we have enough submissions to print a deck and when the contest is coming to a close. Join our mailing list to be notified of the custom playing card design contest closing dates, voting dates and how to buy your very own deck of custom playing cards!
   
   
9. Once entries have been made for all available cards a TWO WEEK voting period will open, giving all entries a fair shot at making the deck. Emails will be sent out through our mailing list to notify you!
   
   
10. DO NOT re-submit entries from previous cycles.

* By uploading your design, you agree that Custom 52 may use said design in the printing and distribution of Custom 52 playing cards and promotions. Artwork remains the property of the creator – you own your art. We will make every effort to protect the rights of the artists.

Upload Your Design Now!

Locate File: Card Design Title: Card (click the card you have designed for): Your Name: Email Address:

Make sure you follow the guidelines for correct submission! * Keep in mind both your name and the title of your card will be printed along with the winning design. p.s. custom52 will never ever sell, distribute or misuse your email address in any way, shape or form.