Summer Legislative Art Contest
School is out for the summer, but that doesn’t mean students have to stop being creative! That’s why Senator Veronica Klinefelt is hosting a Summer Legislative Art Contest, so students can exercise their creativity while engaging with their state government.
The contest is open to all K-12 students who live or attend school in Michigan’s 11th Senate District. To determine if you qualify, enter your address here. All entries must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 23, 2024.
After the deadline, five winners will be selected to have their art displayed in the Senator’s Lansing Office. Winners will also be invited to bring their art to Lansing for display, recognition by Senator Klinefelt, a meet-n-greet with staff, and a tour of the Capitol.
Contest Rules
- Applicants must reside or attend school within Michigan’s 11th Senate District; you can verify whether your address is within the district here.
- Photo or painting/drawing of a favorite place in Metro Detroit.
- Must be two-dimensional and no larger than 26 inches by 26 inches.
- Must be a photo, painting, drawing, or digital art piece.
- Must be original in concept, design, and execution and may not violate U.S. copyright laws.
- Submission picture must be clear and in color.
Submission Instructions
- Fill out the form below, including your name, phone, email, complete address, grade, and school.
- Upload a clear picture of your artwork or photo in the file upload section.
- Include a short one or two-sentence description of your artwork.
- Click submit.
Winners will be contacted in mid-August. Please do not contact the office concerning applications for the 2024 Legislative Art Contest after submission.