2026 Children’s Art Show and Contest: “Home & Heritage”

Submissions will only be accepted April 23-26, 1-5pm

at Arts of the Inland Gallery, 471 N. Lee St., LaBelle

Children’ s Art Show to be on May 2, 1-4 pm

General Contest Details

Open to ages: 5–17 Artwork must follow the Theme: “Home and Heritage”

Medium: Any 2D or 3D medium (For example: drawing, painting, collage, mixed media, sculpture, photograph)

Original work only • One entry per artist • Size should not exceed 12 x 12 in.

Artwork must be labeled on the back of artwork, (label is below)

Awards

• Awards will be given in each age group: 5-7, 8-12, 13-17
• Winning artwork will be displayed for the Month of May
• Each age group will have 1st place, 2nd place and honorable mentions.
• 1st place in each group will receive $50, a ribbon, and be hung in the Gallery for the month of May.
• 2nd Place will receive art supplies, a ribbon, and be hung in the Gallery for the month of May.
• Honorable Mentions will receive a ribbon, and be hung in the Gallery for the month of May.
• Awards will be Saturday, May 2 at 4pm.
• Judging will focus on originality, concept, and artistic skill and the artist’s statement and how it relates to the art created.

****Please attach the form or information to the back of the artwork.

✂️ Remember….Judging will focus on originality, concept, and artistic skill and the artist’s statement and how it relates to the art created.

Artist’s Statement: *On your own paper* write a short paragraph about your art work: explain how your artwork is connected to your home and heritage.

THE THEME: “Home & Heritage”

What does “Home & Heritage” mean?
Home is more than a place—it’s where we feel safe, loved, and connected. Heritage is the story of who we are, where we come from, and the traditions, memories, and cultures that shape us. Artists are invited to show what home and heritage mean to them through art.

Here are some ideas…….These are just ideas. Artwork may reflect:

• Family traditions or stories
• Cultural backgrounds or ancestry
• A house, neighborhood, or special place
• Memories, celebrations, or everyday moments
• Nature, community, or history tied to “home”

Younger artists may want to focus on what makes home special to them.
Ideas may include:

• Their house, room, or favorite place
• Family members, pets, or routines
• A place where they feel happy or safe

Some artists may explore both home and heritage more deeply.
Ideas may include:

• Family traditions, holidays, or foods
• Cultural symbols or stories
• Places or people important to their family history

Older artists are invited to interpret the theme in a personal and meaningful way.
Ideas may include:

• Identity, ancestry, or cultural pride
• Changes to home over time
• Connections between past, present, and future
• Abstract or symbolic representations of heritage