Artists of all ages and experience levels are invited to submit their original work to our second annual Community Art Show! If you have a passion for nature, the outdoors, and art, we encourage you to participate.
Submissions are divided into three age categories: Youth (12 and under), Teen (13-17), and Adult (18+). This juried exhibition focuses exclusively on paintings and drawings that highlight Florida’s natural landscapes. All artwork must be Florida-centric and showcase nature.
A panel of jurors will review submissions and select pieces for exhibition. This year’s jurors include artist Danica Konatar, a renowned illustrator whose evocative Florida landscapes capture the state’s unique beauty; Lauren Marshall, an acclaimed painter and illustrator recognized for her dynamic and expressive portrayals of the environment; and Tim Jaeger, an award-winning artist whose nature-inspired works offer a deep connection to Florida’s natural world.
Each artist may submit up to two pieces for jury consideration. Submissions will be accepted from April 1–30 and must be received no later than midnight on April 30. Following the submission deadline, jurors will evaluate all entries and select the works to be displayed at Bay Preserve from June through August 2025.
Jurors will assess submissions based on composition, color, contrast, and overall quality, as well as subject interest, point of view, and storytelling. Artists whose work has been selected will be notified via email. Artwork must then be dropped off to our Bay Preserve headquarters by May 28, 2025.
The opening reception will take place on Wednesday, June 4, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Registration for this free event is required. Click here to learn more and RSVP today.
We look forward to showcasing the creativity and talent of our community while celebrating Florida’s natural beauty through art!
Download Rules and Conditions and Entry Submission Form.
All submissions should be sent via email to Tianna Boswell-Porter at t.boswellporter@bwlt.org
Key Dates
- Submission Period: April 1, 2025 – April 30, 2025
- Artwork Drop-off Deadline: May 28, 2025
- Community Art Show Reception: June 4, 2025
- Exhibition Period: June 5 – August 31, 2025
Submission Guidelines
- Entrants can submit up to two pieces for jury consideration.
- Entries must be submitted with an official entry form and publicity release.
- You must provide one JPG image of each submission. JPGs cannot exceed 5MB in size (minimum 1MB).*
- There is no cost to enter.
- All submissions must be received via email no later than midnight on April 30, 2025.
- Image files should be named as follows: Title of Image—Artist’s Last Name
- The category must be identified on the submission form.
- Painting/drawings must be original work created by the named artist.
- All artwork is subject to acceptance for exhibition – entering the contest does not guarantee your work will be selected.
- Artists must agree to keep their submission on display through the duration of the exhibit period, if selected.
- Accepted art forms include painting and drawings.
- Painting/drawings must be a minimum of 8 inches by 10 inches in size.
- Painting/drawings must be a maximum of 20 inches by 30 in size.
- Original work must be Florida-centric and showcase nature.
Questions?
Questions? Contact Tianna Boswell-Porter at t.boswellporter@bwlt.org.
