High School Art Competition
Art on the Square’s High School Art Competition has evolved into one of the nation’s largest student exhibits connected to a major art fair.
Thanks to the generosity of the Mathis, Marifian, Richter & Grandy Building for providing their beautiful venue.
Click Here for High School Art Instructor Letter, Rules and Application
This year two special awards will be handed out. One honoring the memory of Bill Evans and an “Out of Sight” chosen by Minds Eye visually impaired patrons have been added. Other awards are donated by the Belleville Jaycees, Gateway East Artists Guild, Delta Kappa Gamma, Belleville Kiwanis, St. Clair County Historical Society, George Gasparich, and Jeanne Aguirre. Some of the most unique award’s focus on ceramics and whimsical. With the help of these donors, the high school exhibit is one of the most unique parts of the weekend show.
One of the most coveted awards by the students is the Artists’ Choice Awards, which are selected by ballot from the professional artists participating in the show. Ten of these awards are given out each year. Each of these winners receives a $50 award and have their works on display at the Artists Award Ceremony.
The general public is encouraged to view the high school students’ exceptional art throughout the weekend and cast their ballot for the People’s Choice Awards through 4PM on Saturday. Annually, the show has an attendance of over 2,000 that cast their votes for their favorite piece.
What:
The Art on the Square High School Exhibition
Where:
Lobby of Mathis, Marifian & Richter Building 23 Public Square (behind the North Food Court), Belleville, IL.
Viewing times for the High School Exhibit:
Friday: 4:00 p.m. thru 9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. thru 7:00 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. thru 4:00 p.m. (Closes earlier than fair.)
Awards ceremony is Sunday 2:00 p.m. at the main tent in front of the Court House
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