Vision & Verse: High School Visual Arts and Writing Exhibition
April 13–May 15, 2026
In the Ford Family Gallery, Exhibition Hall, and Atrium
Are you a high school student looking to develop your creative vision or voice?
Students in the Northeast metro enrolled in grades 9-12 are invited to participate in White Bear Center for the Arts' annual high school visual arts and writing contest and exhibition, "Vision & Verse." Submit your creative works to either or both of the annual Vision & Verse contests.
The High School Visual Arts Contest: Students can submit up to three original pieces of visual artwork in any medium.
The High School Writing Contest: Students can submit up to three pieces in poetry and spoken word, and one piece in creative nonfiction, short story, and persuasive essay.
Call for Entries
October 1, 2025-March 1, 2026
Community Reception
Thursday, April 16, 2026, 6:00-8:00 PM
Award Ceremony at 7:00 PM
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