*WHO: *All Texas students (public, private, and home-schooled) in grades K-6 are invited to participate.
*WHAT:* 23rd Annual /Treasures of the Texas Coast/ Children’s Art Contest. Artwork should be based on the theme “Treasures of the Texas Coast” and should depict why the Texas coast is important or special to the student.
Artwork must be original and must be a horizontal or vertical drawing or painting measuring approximately eight and a half (8 1/2″) by eleven (11″) inches. The size should not include a mat or border. Entries must not be framed, under glass, or have a protective covering that is attached to the art.
Acceptable art media are paint (acrylic, water color or oil paints), colored pencil, colored markers, ink, crayon, and chalk or pastel (fixed). Collages, computer printouts, photography, or photocopies are not eligible. Nothing may be glued, stapled or attached to the front of the artwork in any way. For display purposes, colorful entries are preferred. No use of company logos, product brands, or store names. Any entries with use of such items will be disqualified. Only one entry per student.
All entries must have a completed parental release form affixed to the back of the artwork. Use a clear glue stick or tape the form. Do not staple or paper clip the form as it damages the artwork.
More information here: www.glo.texas.gov/adopt-a-beach/educate/art-contest/index.html
