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4 Art/Design Competitions for High Schoolers

Ready to sign up for a competition? Here are 4 that can help you stand out.

Congressional Art Competition

Are you skilled in the visual arts? If so, consider applying to the Congressional Art Competition. Designed to acknowledge and celebrate talented young artists, this contest is open to high school students around the country. As a bonus, winners get to see their pieces displayed in the U.S. Capitolf or a full year.

National Geographic Student Photo Competition

High school students who are always snapping photos for their Instagram may be interested in the National Geographic Student Photo Competition. To participate, submit a digital photo that showcases your love of exploration and adventure, along with a 100-word description. The grand prize winner will receive a free National Geographic Student Expeditions photography trip.

NSHSS Visual Arts Competition

This visual arts competition supports artists with various mediums, including painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, and mixed media. To apply, submit a JPEG of your work, with a minimum300 dpi. Finalists will be required to submit physical copies of their work. The first-place winner receives $1,000,while second- and third-place winners earn $500 and $250,respectively.

River of Words Contest

Is the written word your preferred method of expression? Sponsored by the Center for Environmental Literacy ,the River of Words Contest invites students to submit one or more original poems. The competition aims to promote literacy and environmental awareness.

21.Why is the Congressional Art Competition held?

A. To help students know about the visual arts.   B. To popularize winners’ entries.

C. To help winners earn a bonus.             D. To recognize gifted young artists.

22. What does the sponsor of NSHSS Visual Arts Competition provide for the winners?

A. No less than $1,750.                               B. No more than $1,000.

C. Nothing but a free trip.                            D. At most a camera.

23. What should be submitted to participate in the River of Words Contest?

A. A piece of mixed-media visual art.      B. A 100-word English story.

C. A JPEG of physical photo.            D. At least an original poem.