Art competitions offer students a platform to display their creativity, receive feedback, and earn recognition or awards. Engaging in these contests can bolster an artist's portfolio and confidence. This page highlights various art competitions, guidelines for participation, and insights on maximizing the opportunity they present. Whether you're a novice or seasoned artist, competitions can provide valuable exposure and experience in the art community. Explore the list and consider taking the challenge!
March Deadline
April-May Show
Statewide Art Show with college scholarship offered.
Judging is in March, show is in April-May. Check website for specific dates.
For entry, you must create an account and make your payment online. You can talk to your teacher about options for payment.
June Deadline
July-August Show
Statewide art competition for grades K-12.
Cash prizes available.
Deadline is in June, show is on display at the end of July-beginning of August.
For entry, you must create an account and make your payment online. You can talk to your teacher about options for payment.
October Deadline
Nov.-Dec. Show
Open art competition for grades 9-12.
Cash & scholarship prizes available.
Deadline is in October, show is on display from November to December.
For entry, you must complete the application process on the website. See your art teacher for updated forms and applications.
November Deadline
Feb.-Dec. Show
(Tours around to different locations)
Accessible Expressions Ohio (AEO) is one of the most diverse art exhibits on display. It is an adjudicated, statewide exhibition and tour of sixty 2D and 3D art by Ohio artists with disabilities. Artists of any age, living in Ohio, with a disability may enter in the Youth, Emerging, or Professional categories.
An Application is required for entry. Check the website and talk with your teacher about filling one out.
December Deadline
March-April Show
Statewide regional art competition with college scholarships offered.
Deadline is in December, show is March-April. Check website for region and dates.
For entry, you must create an account and make your payment online. You can talk to your teacher about options for payment.
Talk with your teacher about Regional Deadlines and Show Dates
Submit artworks to Ohio representatives' offices, & artworks will be juried to be on display in the representative district and at a award ceremony in Washington, D.C.
To participate, talk to your teacher about contacting the state representatitve to confirm participation and get additional guidance. Then, review the rules, complete the Student Release Form, and submit any required materials online.