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Creatives on the Rise
The Galleries at Kean aim to curate an engaging and inclusive platform for New Jersey Superintendents to celebrate the artistic talent and exploration of identity among students in grades 9-12. Through the Colleagues Art Night event and its related activities, participants can showcase their artistic expressions and engage in a collaborative dialogue around the theme of Art & Identity.
The competition is open to all high school students within our District. The winning artwork from our district will be displayed in the Liberty Hall Academic Center Gallery.
Families and community members can participate in interactive workshops tailored to various age groups during the academic year, encouraging artistic exploration and collaboration. These workshops cover diverse mediums, from painting to sketching and landscaping, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy. Additionally, the Galleries hosts family-friendly exhibitions, providing opportunities for parents and children alike to engage with fine art and spark meaningful conversations.
In the summer, the programming extends outdoors, with sculpture walks enjoying our outdoor art collection that brings people together to celebrate creativity and togetherness. These events feature music, food, and hands-on art activities for all ages, transforming the Galleries into a vibrant hub of summer fun.
Overall, the Galleries at Kean's family and community programming serve as a catalyst for building connections, nurturing creativity, and fostering a sense of belonging within the local community throughout the year.
Here's a brief overview of the competition rules:
- Detailed guidelines will be provided, outlining artwork format, size, and presentation specifications. The number of entries will be capped to ensure a diverse representation of artistic styles and identities, with each piece acknowledged with appreciation.
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Accepted art forms include:
Paintings (oil, acrylic, watercolor)
Drawings (pastel, colored pencil, pencil, charcoal, ink, marker — charcoal and pastel pieces should be fixed)
All entries must be original in concept, design, and execution and cannot violate U.S. copyright laws. Any work copied from another person's photo, image, painting, graphic, or advertisement will not be accepted. Submissions must be in their original medium and not reproductions of other works.
The competition's rules, checklist, and release form are expected to be posted on _______ no later than February 28th.
For more details on the Creatives on The Rise Competition, including this year's deadlines, please complete the form below.
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Form:
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Required Information
Student Information
First name, Last name, Grade, T-shirt size
Student Contact Information
Address, school address, phone number, and school email address
Parents/Guardian Information
Name, phone number, email address
School Information
Name of High School, Address, Art teacher name, phone number, and email address
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Art Entry
Title
Description
Type (drawing or painting)
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Exhibition Period
The artwork will be displayed from May 15, 2025 – June 20, 2025, providing students with a platform to showcase their creativity and talent. Superintendents, educators, families, school districts, and community members will be invited to view and engage with the exhibition.