The 20th Annual K12 National Art Competition invites students in grades K–12 to submit their original artworks, fostering artistic expression and building awareness of the enriching opportunities available through K12.
Competition Process
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Physical Artwork: Entries in this category could be either 2D or 3D creations using traditional materials.
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Examples:
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Paintings: Watercolor, acrylic, oil, or gouache on canvas or paper.
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Drawings: Pencil, charcoal, ink, or pastel on paper.
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Sculptures: Clay, wood, metal, or found objects transformed into 3D works.
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Collages: Unique compositions made by assembling paper, fabric, and other materials.
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Digital Artwork:
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Examples:
- Digital Paintings: Created with tools like Procreate, Adobe Photoshop, or Corel Painter.
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- Illustrations: Vector or raster illustrations made with tools like Adobe Illustrator or Clip Studio Paint.
- Graphic Designs: Posters, logos, and other design projects created using design software.
Judging Criteria
See the official competition rules for more details.Participate
Website: https://enrichment.k12.com/art-competition/
Managing Organization: K12
Eligibility:
All U.S. students in grades K–12 are eligible to enter this national competition designed to celebrate creativity in a safe, student-first environment. Students compete against others in their own grade level. (Parents or guardians must enter on behalf of students under 13.)
Registration Dates
February 25, 2026
12:01am PST
Registration Opens
June 1, 2026
2:00pm PDT