AARC Building

High school artists from Union City and surrounding communities are invited to participate in the 52nd Annual Area High School Art Exhibit hosted at the Arts Depot in Union City. The exhibit provides students in grades 9–12 an opportunity to display their work in a professional gallery setting and share their creativity with the community.

Students from public schools, private schools, and homeschool programs are all welcome to participate.

Entry Details

  • Maximum of 2 entries per student

  • Each participating school may submit up to 20 works

  • Accepted categories include:

    • Drawing & Painting

    • Photography

    • Mixed Media

    • Graphic Design

    • Recycled Art

    • 3D Artwork

  • All artwork must be gallery-ready (properly wired for hanging, labeled, and stable)

  • Each student must complete an individual entry form

Artwork Drop-Off

Arts Depot – Union City

  • Wednesday, April 1 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

  • Thursday, April 2 | 1:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Opening Reception

Sunday, April 12
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

The reception is free and open to the public, and community members are encouraged to attend and support local student artists.

Entry forms and full guidelines are available online here.

This long-standing regional exhibit celebrates the creativity of young artists across Randolph County and neighboring communities. Teachers, parents, and community members are encouraged to help spread the word and support local student talent.