Leo, this is the third time I've had work juried in (for more jurying!)--C. arietinum in 2008 and B. cucullata in 2009, but that is a Trophy Award this year.
Dot, this piece has never been for sale. I've had a number of respectful offers for it, but I hold onto a couple of pieces a year for exhibition purposes...thankfully, the people who have been interested in it were content to choose from available works.
Heather, the shipping was easy this time--Switzerland last year was a nightmare. Luck of the draw I guess?!