Symbols of HOPE
The annual Symbols of Hope art contest gives students in middle school and high school the opportunity to show their support to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, elder abuse and human trafficking in Oklahoma City. Palomar’s staff, partners, and clients will judge artwork and decide which artists will be featured at our Art Gallery & Awards Ceremony in April.
The purpose of Symbols of Hope is to promote a culture of peace, inclusion and hope through creative projects that inspire people to think, discuss solutions, and take positive action.
Contest Rules
Open to Middle and High School students in OKC and surrounding areas. The contest is FREE to enter.
- Artwork MUST be original and produced solely by the students.
- Entries should be two dimensional in any usual art medium: oils, acrylics, pastels, pencil, charcoal, etc.
- Art MUST be presented in the poster provided.
- Original photography and computer generated art is permitted.
- Submissions MUST include a paragraph explaining the artwork and how it relates to the theme.
- Artwork that is not original and/or missing a paragraph explaining the piece will not be judged.
2024 Theme
This year’s theme is a call-to-action for our community to create a safe environment for crime victims to share their experiences. By doing so, we’re able to offer support, options for life-saving services, and, most importantly, hope. Hope means a feeling of expectation and desire for certain things to happen.
Prizes
Palomar’s staff, partners, and clients will judge artwork and decide which artists will be featured at our Art Gallery & Awards Ceremony. The top three winners will be honored and presented with a Palomar Prize Basket.
Entry Deadline
Artwork must be submitted by end of day on Friday, March 29th. Entries will be featured and winners will be celebrated at our upcoming Art Gallery & Awards Ceremony at Perets on Friday, April 26th!
Participate
We look forward to receiving your submissions! If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact the Pathways to Hope Manager at [email protected]
Past Submissions
More Symbols of HOPE
View 2021 High School Finalists
View 2021 Middle School Finalists
