Competition Overview
Welcome to ArtDash Junior, a vibrant drawing and painting competition designed especially for students from K–5th grade.
This joyful event invites young artists to unleash their imaginations, explore the wonders of childhood creativity, and bring their colorful visions to life on paper.
With every stroke and splash of color, participants will share their unique stories, connect with peers, and celebrate the boundless potential of the next generation. Join us in honoring the art and imagination of young creators!
Art— Jr. 2025 Important Deadlines
Call for Submission — August 1st, 2025
Submission Deadline — February 28th, 2026
Winners Announced — March 15th, 2026
Official Rules
*Important Information
Eligibility
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The ArtDash Junior 2025 competition is open to young artists worldwide. Participants may submit artwork created in either traditional or digital media.
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Entries will be judged within the following grade groups:
Group A: Kindergarten – 1st Grade
Group B: 2nd – 3rd Grade
Group C: 4th – 5th Grade
Originality & Copyright
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All entries must be the participant’s own original work.
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Plagiarism, copying, or use of AI-generated content is strictly prohibited.
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Works must not infringe on any third-party copyrights or intellectual property.
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Collaborative works are not allowed; each piece must be created independently.
Deadline
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The call for submissions for the 2025 ArtDash Junior competition opens on August 1st, 2025, and the deadline to submit your artwork is November 30th, 2025; late submissions will not be accepted. Winners will be announced on January 5th, 2026.
Artwork Requirements
Participants may submit artwork in traditional or digital media. Students may submit multiple entries, but only one artwork per participant will be eligible for awards. All artworks must be entirely original and hand-created by the student.
Traditional Media:
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Pencil, colored pencil, watercolor, acrylic, oil pastel, ink, collage, and mixed media are allowed.
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Artwork should be flat and unframed, and paper size should not exceed 18 x 24 inches.
Digital Media:
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Only digital artwork created using professional drawing software is permitted (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Procreate, Clip Studio Paint, or similar programs).
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Digital artworks must be entirely drawn by the participant; scanning traditional art or combining digital and traditional methods is not allowed.
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Not allowed: photographs, photo manipulations, tracing, AI-generated images, 3D models, or use of copyrighted characters.
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Artwork files must be high-resolution (minimum 300 dpi) and submitted as JPEG or PNG.
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Judges may request proof of the creative process (e.g., layer files, progress screenshots) if AI or other prohibited techniques are suspected. Failure to provide proof may result in disqualification.
Additional Notes:
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Digital artwork may include text, but it should not be for commercial purposes.
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All entries must be suitable for a general audience.
Prizes and Certificates
Special thanks to artist Haruka Sato for creating our contest illustration.
