Show us what a digitally-connected world looks like to you!
Put your imagination and artistic skills to the test and enter the City of Austin's ArtConnect art contest for ages 10 - 18. Winning entries may be hosted in various gallery spaces across the City and include a cash prize.
Winners will be announced during Digital Inclusion Week (DIW), October 1-7. DIW raises awareness around home internet access, personal devices and local technology training and support programs.
Winning entries will receive:
1st Place: $400
2nd Place: $200
3rd Place: $100
All submissions must be responsive to the theme:
- What would be possible if everyone had internet access?
Examples:
- How has technology empowered you at school or at home?
- What are your favorite ways to connect with others using technology?
Check out submissions from previous years, here.
Requirements
- Reflect the theme
- Digital art is encouraged, but physical pieces are accepted as well
- Media must not exceed 11”x17”
- An original piece (e.g., no clip art, stock art, etc.). We reserve the right to request proof that your entry is original or do a reverse image look-up if necessary.
Eligibility
- This contest is open to all students aged 10-18 residing in Austin, TX.
- Digital entry form submission
- Submission of artwork either by digital upload or physically to the address below.
Deadline for entry is August 31, 2023 at 11:59 PM CT.
To complete an entry form, please click here.
Physical submissions may be delivered to:
Austin Free-Net
Attn: Jess Ross
2209 Rosewood Ave., Suite 206
Austin, TX 78702
Email: DIWPoster@austinfree.net
Phone: (737) 238-6785