The search for the next wave of creative talent is underway. The 2026 Hawaiʻi Regional Scholastic Art Awards submission portal swung open yesterday, beckoning students in grades 7 through 12 to showcase their artistic endeavors. Deadlines loom – work must be submitted by December 12, if it is to be considered, according to the Hawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts. The fortunate recipients of the Gold Key awards will have their art displayed at Capitol Modern, nestled within the Hawaiʻi State Art Museum. The exhibition is slated to run from February 14 to March 14, 2026.
This call to muster was announced through the Hawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, the proud Hawaiʻi regional affiliate for the national Scholastic Art Awards competition. For students residing away from the central thrum of island activity, especially on the Neighbor Islands, spreading the word is key. Educators and community members can find promotional materials including a printable flyer and ready-to-share social media graphics online.
For those unversed, the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards stand as the highest tier of national recognition for creative teens – a tradition unbroken since its inception. "The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards are the nation's longest-running recognition program for creative teens," confirmed a statement on the official Scholastic Art and Writing Awards website. More information regarding entry guidelines can be perused at the Hawaiʻi Art Region page. Queries can further be directed to Kamakani Konia, the SFCA Art in Public Places Program Director, via email at [email protected], as per the Hawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts.
