Unleash Your Creativity and Make an Impact
Championing gender equity in the arts, the AAUW Art Contest shines a spotlight on women artists. Join us in advancing equality through creativity.
AAUW Celebrates the Talent & Voices of Women Artists
Only a third of artists represented by commercial galleries are women and women working in arts professions are paid on average 74 cents to every dollar paid to men. This is what motivates AAUW to host an annual art contest—to give women artists the attention they deserve.
It’s time to showcase your artistic talent!
The 2026 AAUW Annual Art Contest is now open, inviting members to share their creativity and contribute to AAUW’s spring notecard collection. This beloved tradition celebrates the artistic excellence of our members while supporting AAUW’s mission in a beautiful and meaningful way.
Submit Your Artwork
AAUW members are invited to submit up to two original works of art. Your submissions could be featured in our exclusive notecards sent to members nationwide! Let your imagination soar, whether through painting, photography, drawing, or other visual media.
Key Dates to Remember
- Submission Period Opens: January 13, 2026
- Submission Deadline: January 30, 2026
- Voting Begins: February 2, 2026
How to Enter
Submitting your artwork is simple:
- Click here to login to the Art Contest using your AAUW member ID or email address. Only current AAUW members can submit an entry.
- Upload up to two images of your original artwork. Each image should be high-resolution (at least 300 dpi) to ensure production quality for printing, and subject matter should be suitable for use on a greeting card or notecard.
If you have any questions or encounter issues please contact connect@aauw.org.
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