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Student Art Contest
We believe art plays a vital role in education encouraging creativity, self-expression, self-awareness and critical thinking.
The Student Art Contest showcases the talents of students of all ages and inspires others to share their creative skills.
How It Works See Past Winners
October 2026 Winner
"Tears Don't Hit Me"
Karunya P.
•Grade 10
Medium: Color Pencil
Mckinney, TX
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How It Works
Students choose any medium and create an original work of art (no reproductions, please). They can use whatever materials are available or shop for a wide variety of art supplies.
Email an image of the artwork along with the completed release form to artshare@schoolspecialty.com.
Submissions can be made by students themselves or by teachers on their behalf. All grade levels are eligible to enter.
Contest Rules
Release Form
What Featured Artists Receive
We'll select one featured artist every month who will receive:
- $250 merchandise certificate for themselves
- $250 merchandise certificate for the teacher who inspired them
- Featured space on our website and across social media
Submit Your Student Art Today
artshare@schoolspecialty.com
Explore Past Winners
Get inspired by previous winners and the incredible artwork submitted by students of all ages.
September 2026
"The World Needs Art"
Ariel L. | Grade 5 | Color Pencil | Oklahoma City, OK
August 2026
"Mushroom Dream House"
Julia B. | Grade 4 | Watercolor | Birmingham, AL
July 2026
"The Endangered Kakapo"
Michael Lynn B. | Grade 4 | Watercolor | Gardendale , AL
June 2026
"This Magic Moment"
Alexis C. | Grade 12 | Graphite and Acrylic Paint | Imperial, PA
May 2026
"Thank you Teachers"
Eyonan H. | Grade 5 | Pencil and Crayons | Brookneal, VA
April 2026
"Birthday Party"
Sophie C. | Grade 2 | "Faux Metal" Sharpie Markers & Black Glue | Dallas, TX
March 2026
"Pebble Beach"
Adelaide M. | Grade 11 | Oil Paint | Ramsey, NJ
February 2026
"Dad's Camaro"
Jake P. | Grade 7 | Oil on Canvas | Bulverde, TX
Lesson Plans for Inspiration
Our Art Lesson Plan Brochure showcases eighteen incredible lesson plans, many of which can be done at home.
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Inspire your artists with our art lesson plans! From painting to pottery, for all ages and stages, check out these creative projects.
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Crayola Colors of the World Contest Winner
Meet Zoey G., a sixth grader from Kingwood, TX. Her artwork, “A Colorful Mind” is the winner of the Crayola Colors of the World Contest. Zoey describes her artwork as “a self portrait of how I see myself in life”.
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