Artists may enter the poster design contest for the silver anniversary edition of the Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine scheduled for June 6 through 8.

Original artwork must be created in a 2-D medium of oils, watercolor, pastels, mixed media, acrylic, photography or colored pencil. No reproductions or mechanical manipulation will qualify. Artists must be 18 or older.

Artists may view samples of previous winners at the festival office. Subject matter should include the key components of the festival. All entries must be 18 inches by 24 inches in size. They do not need to be framed but should be ready for viewing with a support heavy enough to hold the artwork upright in a professional manner.

The Deadline is Dec. 8. Contact the office for a 2008 Poster Contest Prospectus at (951) 676-4713 or visit the office at 27498 Enterprise Circle West, Unit