Teens
The 2025 Worlds of Imagination Art Showcase is now open to teens and tweens!
We want to recognize young artists for your science fiction, fantasy, comics, or manga-style artwork. Enter your original artwork for a chance to win a raffle prize and some real world art cred to put on your resume!
The deadline to submit work is Friday, September 19th, 2025.
How to enter:
Pick up an entry form at your local library or download and print one here. And don't forget to fill out and attach a consent media release!
All entries will be displayed at the Joel D. Valdez Main Library during October, 2025.
Bring your family and friends to the artist reception!
Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Joel D. Valdez Main Library
101 N. Stone Ave
Refreshments will be served.
Get inspired by last year's amazing Worlds of Imagination entries!
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