Emerging Artists Contest

ARTS recognizes the artistic vision and  ingenuity of our community’s youth. The Emerging Artists Contest provides an annual opportunity for creative teens, 6th – 12th grades, to showcase their creations at the ARTS' Ross Gallery. The Emerging Artists contest motivates and builds confidence in youth by showcasing the best rural Texas creativity.

Thank you! 

Mary Le and Arne Johnson for underwriting the Emerging Artists Contest. 

Rules:  Arts for Rural Texas is inviting students  grades 6 - 12 to submit 2 pieces of art in the Emerging Artists Competition.  All 2D (paintings, drawings and photography) MUST should be framed and ready to hang. If 3D works require support, that should be provided with the artwork.  

The Emerging Artists Contest 2020 awards and reception will not occur this year due to COVID-19. The entry and art delivery deadline is Monday, August 10, 2020, by 4 pm. (NOTE: ARTS will be closed on Friday the 7th, and Saturday the 8th.)

Prizes:  Cash prizes and ribbons will be awarded.

Entry Forms:  Available at the bottom of this page or call us at 979-378-2113 or email us at michelle@artsforruraltexas.org.  

Exhibit:  To honor all talented contest participants, an exhibition of all artwork will be displayed, Tuesday - Friday 10 AM - 4 PM through August 15 - August 29, 2020. Open to the public.

We will be announcing the winners on August 18, 2020 through email.    

Categories:  

-Color Drawing (Pastel, Pencils, Markers).

-Black and White Drawing (Pencil, Pen & Ink, Charcoal)

-Painting (Watercolor, Acrylic, Oil)  

-Mixed Media

-3 Dimensional Design 

-Photography