Everything you need to enter the 2026 Florida State Fair Art Portfolio Contest for High School Seniors.
2026 High School Senior Art Portfolio Competition Information
The Art Portfolio Contest for High School Seniors is the highlight of the Fair’s Youth Art Competitions. Over 400 students apply for just 32 spots in our exhibition each year, with the chance to win scholarship money for continuing art education.
This year, we are fortunate to have the Florida Dairy Farmers as our sponsor. Florida’s dairy farmers work hard every day to provide the delicious and nutritious dairy products like milk, cheese, and yogurt that fuel creative young minds.
$10,000 in scholarship money will be awarded this year!
- First Place: $3,000
- Second Place: $2,000
- 10 Awards of Merit: $500 each
Resources
How to Create a Digital Portfolio for Juries
2026 Wall of Excellence Winners
SEE YOUR PORTFOLIO
See your entry on display during the run of the Fair from February 5-16, 2026. All entries will be displayed in the Florida Center Building at the Fair whether they receive an award or not.