Congressional Art Competition
Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) announced the 2021 Congressional Art Competition, which puts the artwork of South Dakota students in the nation’s Capitol building. The South Dakota Arts Council (SDAC) is now accepting entries on behalf of Rep. Johnson’s office.
The Arts Council will accept only digital submissions on behalf of Rep. Johnson. Students should send one email including a high-resolution JPEG image, along with a completed, typed PDF of the student release form to rebecca.cruse@state.sd.us. Submissions must be received by Tuesday, April 27. Winners will be notified by Thursday, April 29, and will be responsible for shipping their artwork and student release forms to the SDAC offices. The South Dakota Arts Council will have the artwork framed and will ship it to Washington, D.C., for the student.
The Congressional Art Competition is sponsored by the U.S. House of Representatives. It’s an opportunity to recognize and encourage the artistic talent in the nation, as well as in each congressional district. The South Dakota Arts Council partners with Johnson’s office to carry out this initiative.
View the full press release online at https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/south-dakota-students-get-chance-send-art-washington-0
Rules for Students and Teachers (pdf)
Student Release Form (pdf)
2021 Art Submission Checklist
When preparing for the Congressional Art Competition, please complete the following checklist. This will ensure that the Congressional Art Competition staff will accept the artwork. Please consult the official rules and regulations for more information.
Requirements for All Students, Parents/Guardians, and Teachers:
The artwork is no larger than 26” x 26” x 4” when framed. (Note: Submissions should not be framed. The South Dakota Arts Council will have artwork framed prior to sending to Washington, DC. Students should allow at least 1-inch around each side for framing)
The artwork meets suitability and originality rules.
The “Student Information and Release Form” is attached to the SAME email as the image of the artwork. Email to rebecca.cruse@state.sd.us.
The release form has signatures from the student, parent/guardian (if necessary), and an art teacher.
2020 Congressional Art Competition Winners
1st Place Winner, "Pride" by Kenzee Schafer, Wessington Springs
2nd Place Winner, “There’s No Place Like Home" by Miranda Thorson,
Northwestern Area High School
