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About the Visual Arts Contest...

The annual Culture Shapers Visual Arts Contest enables student artists to compete for more than $85,000 in cash prizes in seven categories... drawing, painting, electronic media, mixed media, film, photography and sculpture. The contest takes place in the Fall, and is open to all High School Students in Harris, Waller, Liberty, Chambers, Galveston, Brazoria, Fort Bend and Montgomery counties.

Students receive a commemorative t-shirt with their entry fee of $15. Entry forms are downloaded from the website and parents, students or teachers deliver the entries to the drop-off location.

Each year, the Culture Shapers Volunteer Staff receive about 1,500 entries! This year, jurying took place on three Sundays in January. The top ten finalists in each category are personally invited to the exclusive Awards Night, where the winners are finally announced!

About the Culture Shapers Jurying Process...

Culture Shapers jurors are a combination of educators and professionals, who come highly recommended to us by other notable organizations, such as the Visual Arts Scholastic Event (VASE), as well as others. Many of our jurors have experience both in and out of the classroom, which gives them a unique and valuable perspective on evaluating student artwork. Click here to read more about the Culture Shapers jurying process.

The Visual Arts Awards Ceremony

Click here for details about the Visual Arts Awards Ceremony!

About Young Voices of Houston...

In 2005, Culture Shapers expanded into the performing arts, with the Young Voices of Houston performing arts contest. Featuring ten to twelve of the top vocalists from area high schools, Young Voices provides these talented students the opportunity to perform vocal works for a live audience and compete for cash prizes! Young Voices of Houston competitions are held several times throughout the year. Click here to learn more about Young Voices of Houston!

HOUSTON FAMILY ARTS CENTER

The Houston Family Arts Center is a non-profit organization established to provide a fun outlet for creative community involvement through the production of affordable, high-quality, family-friendly entertainment. View upcoming productions and audition details!

HOUSTON CHORAL SOCIETY

The Houston Choral Society is a professional quality civic chorus striving to preserve great choral and vocal works through performances for the community. The Houston Choral Society is a non-denominational choir, whose members come from all over Houston, Texas, to share in the joy that can be born of musical fellowship. Our repertoire includes pieces from classical and contemporary composers such as Mozart, Verdi, Vaughan Williams, Randall Thompson, Rachmaninoff, and others. Visit the website.

VISUAL ARTS SCHOLASTIC EVENT (VASE)

The Texas Art Education Association (TAEA) has sponsored the Visual Arts Scholastic Event (VASE) since 1992. Only academically eligible high school students in grades 9-12 from throughout Texas can participate. At the Regional Competition, the greater Houston area is divided into geographic zones. The Regional event is held at an area high school in February. Visit the website.

ART EDUCATION 2.0

Art Education 2.0 is a free online community for art educators at all levels who are interested in using digital technologies to enhance and transform art teaching and learning. Visit the website.

HELP KEEP THE FINE ARTS ALIVE IN OUR SCHOOLS!

Funding for the ARTS is in danger of being cut in many counties in Texas. If you support Arts Education in our schools please go to: www.goarts.org and sign the petition to support funding for the Arts and for your children to receive the best education they deserve.

FOLLOW A SCULPTURE COMMISSION FROM START TO FINISH…

One of our sculpture judges has been awarded a commission by the Texas Press Association to create a life size bronze sculpture that is destined for the state capitol grounds in Austin, Texas! She’s also journaling the entire process on her website, providing an inside look at the sculpting process, as well as the thoughts of the artist along the way. Because this sculpture is of an early 20th century newsboy, the site touches on history in addition to art, writing and reading. CLICK HERE to check out this unique learning experience!

WOMEN IN FILM & TELEVISION

The Houston chapter of a non-profit, international organization of over 10,000 members dedicated to the advancement of arts, sciences and technologies of film, television and digital media. We promote, educate and pursue equitable treatment and opportunities for professional women, students, and those aspiring to work in the industry. Visit the website.

TEXAS ART SUPPLY

TexasArt.com is the world’s largest online discount art supply store offering a wide selection of arts, crafts, books, posters, and much more. Our inventory includes products for both the professional and amateur artist. Visit the website.

ART GALLERY WORLDWIDE

A lot of artworks in different styles and media. Website offers a wide variety of features and services that enable customers to buy and sell their art. Visit the website.


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Made Possible By...

...generous donations from folks just like you, who are committed to preserving the arts for our high school students. THANK YOU for helping to keep the arts alive in our schools!