Win a FREE signed & framed print! (Week 2)
To celebrate the launch of my new website, I will be giving away free rolled and framed prints, posters and books every Tuesday from now through June 7th!
This week's prize:
"Bridger Range Map - Summer"
30”x10” signed open edition canvas
with extra thick 2.5" gallery wrap frame
Retail value: $225.00
(This is the image that has all of the Bridger Range peaks and drainages marked in the sky as a map reference. This 30x10 is a slightly different format than is currently offered in a 40x10.)
The winner will be chosen at random and announced on Tuesday, May 10th around noon.
To enter the contest, simply comment on my social media pages:*
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* You may comment anything on the post or just tag a friend, don't feel obligated to say anything about the print or try to butter me up with lavish compliments. (though I won't be mad if you do) Facebook and Instagram comments will be combined for one drawing per prize.
** Legal stuff: Nothing else required to win. The prize and shipping are completely free. (International winners not eligible for free shipping, but may opt to pay for shipping or decline the prize) ** This contest is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Facebook/Instagram. Facebook/Instagram cannot be held liable for anything related to this contest.
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Congratulations, guidedflies - Zach Colllins!
You are the the winner of this week’s Facebook/Instagram drawing of a FREE print for my new website grand opening giveaway contest!
Thanks to everyone who took part and helped make this first giveaway a success.
Keep an eye on my Facebook/Instagram page for the next giveaway starting soon!
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The Sasquatch Sanctuary, a livable work of art in Pburg.
I must apologize:
This is my first emai and blog post l since Christmas, and I've been purposely ignoring all social media since then as well for a little mental break. These days, social media is still needed for business, but I was burnt out and honestly had become addicted to all of it as well. The break was very good me, and not sure how much I will get back to it in the future, but will continue to do the best I can!
Thank you for your continued support!
All the best,
Craig
Feel free to send me an Email or call 406-522-7798 if you have any questions or comments.
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