Coastal Art Competition

Art submission deadline extended to February 10.

Showcase your love for Louisiana nature and culture by participating in this year’s art competition! The Cook-off for the Coast celebrates the bounty of Southeast Louisiana and raises awareness about coastal restoration. For the third year running, a coastal themed art contest has been included in the cook-off.

2024 COMPETITION THEME:

This year’s art contest theme is “Season(ing)s of the Coast”. Images should relate to the Louisiana coast, wetlands, wildlife, restoration and/or Louisiana culture—particularly food within the theme of the seasons (spring, summer, autumn, winter) or seasonings. Any creative take on that theme is encouraged.

This Year’s Judges:

Zack Smith – Zack Smith Photography provides professional headshots for individuals and groups at his studio at 4514 Magazine Street in Uptown New Orleans. Check him out at zacksmith.com.
Sabrina Schmidt – Sabrina Schmidt is a plein-air oil painter from Louisiana. View her information at about www.sabrinaschmidt.me.
Robin Barnes, the Songbird of New Orleans, a dynamic Jazz and R&B singer as well as the founder of the group fitness movement Move Ya Brass.
Sara Felt, beloved former art teacher, now the Public Information Officer for St. Bernard Parish schools. She has a southern living-inspired stationary line called Deep South Stationary.
Luis Colmenares’ spectacular metal work serves as the trophies for the winning cook team. His art can be seen @LuisColmenares on Instagram and purchased on Artpal.

Prizes

The first, second and third place winners in each age category wins $100, $50 and $25 respectively and their names and art will be featured on the event’s social media pages. Copies of all art submissions will be displayed at Docville Farms on the day of the Cook-off. The categories are:

12 and under
13-17
18 and over

Closing Date

All entries must be submitted by 12pm on February 10 for the judges to score. Winners will be announced at the Cookoff on February 24th, 2024.

How to Participate

Please review the Google doc for more information and guidelines.
Fill out the entry form and waiver to enter your artwork for consideration. No entry fee required.
Winners will be announced at the Cook-off.

If you have additional questions, please email Alex Jiles.