What Is The Art & Writing Contest?
RCL's Annual Art & Writing Contest takes submissions from all ages within the community and displays them for judging by popular vote. Those in each category with the most votes win a prize.
How Do I Enter
- Submit your art or writing piece ANYTIME during the month of March 2025.
- All art pieces must be submitted in-person. Writing pieces can be emailed*, but must be in a printable, PDF format.
- Pieces will be displayed during the month of April 2025 and voted on by the public.
- Winners will be announced and prizes will be awarded in early May 2025.
*Email submissions, as well as questions, may be directed to the richlandclibrary@gmail.com.
Art Category Ages Ranges
- Adults 18+
- Teens 12-17
- Children 6-11
- Children 5 & Under
Writing Category Ages Ranges
- Adults 18+
- Teens 12-17
- Children 6-11
- Children 5 & Under - Can be assisted by an adult
**Only one entry per category, per person**
Art Guidelines
- 2-D and 3-D works accepted
- No perishable items
- No inappropriate or graphic images
- Work may not exceed 3ft on any side or weigh over 20 lbs.
Writing Guidelines
- Max word count 1,000
- If you wish to add images to your story, please make your ‘book’ 5 pages or less
- Any art piece with more than 20 words will be categorized as a writing entry
- Please be mindful of language & subject matter