Art Contest
An annual celebration of young artists in grades K–12.
The SSFA Art Contest is our annual celebration of young artists in grades K–12. Each year a new theme invites students to imagine, create, and share their vision — and winners are honored with trophies, cash prizes, and an in-person exhibition in Baltimore. Outstanding works are displayed on our website for the whole community to enjoy.
We believe creativity is a form of intelligence worth investing in. The contest is free to enter and judged across four grade groups, so students of every age and background can take part on equal footing.
It is not simply a competition, but a place to learn and grow — a stepping stone for future artists to unfold even greater dreams and possibilities.
Winning artwork & exhibitions
Past contests & coverage
Themes, winners, and exhibitions from each year of the SSFA Art Contest.
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The Korea Times
We Drew the Future With Our Imagination
Newspaper coverage of the 5th Art Contest awards ceremony at Bayside Cantina, where 21 winners received prizes under the theme "Towards the Future."
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2026 SSFA Art Contest Results — "Into the Future"
We received 79 submissions from students in Maryland and Virginia. Trophies and cash prizes were awarded; Bayside Cantina sponsored an additional Special Prize.
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5th Annual
2026 "Into the Future" Art Contest
The Sejong Scholarship Foundation invites students in grades K–12 to imagine the world years from now. Winners are recognized at our in-person awards ceremony and exhibition in May 2026 in Baltimore.
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2026 "Into the Future" — Contest Rules & Entry
Step into a time machine and take us Into the Future. Open to grades K–12. Free to enter. Deadline: April 24, 2026.
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2025 SSFA Art Contest Results — "The Happiest Moment"
96 submissions, 53 from Maryland. Trophies and cash prizes were awarded; Bayside Cantina sponsored an additional $50 gift-card Special Prize.
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2025 "The Happiest Moment" Art Contest
Show us how you define the happiest moment of your life. Open to K–12. Free to enter. Submissions postmarked before April 25, 2025.
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3rd Annual Art Contest Exhibition
The Future Painted on Canvas
91 participants, 29 winners. Grand prize: Katie Flanagan (10th grade) for "Flower Garden."
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29 Winners Selected in Art Competition
3rd Art Contest winner announcement. Grand prize: Katie Flanagan (10th grade) for "Flower Garden." Special prizes from Beseto, The Korea Times, Baltimore County, and more.
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Targeting K–12 students, registration ends on the 26th
Sejong Scholarship Foundation Art Competition in America
3rd Art Competition announcement. Theme: "When I Grow Up." Free entry. K–12. Submissions due April 26.
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2024 "When I Grow Up" Art Contest
Where do you see yourself in the future? K–12 contest, free entry, postmark by April 26, 2024.
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Supporting the Growth of Youthful Artistry through SSFA in Baltimore, MD
2023 "I Am Proud" Art Contest Exhibition
2nd annual SSFA Art Contest awards ceremony and exhibition at BaySide Cantina in Baltimore. 30 winners honored with certificates and awards.
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2023 "I Am Proud" Art Contest — Rules & Entry
The 2nd annual SSFA Art Contest. Open to K–12, free to enter, postmarked before April 21, 2023. Ceremony May 7 at Bayside Cantina, Baltimore.
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2022 "Spread Your Love" Art Contest & Exhibition
The inaugural SSFA art contest. Trophies and prizes were awarded to 21 students at the exhibition held at Bayside Cantina's outdoor space in Baltimore.
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Open to all students in grades K–12. Free to enter — every entry is judged on creativity and heart.