Art Contest – Dockside Port Party

Dockside Port Party – Youth Art Gallery Submission Call
Deadline: January 28, 2026
Theme: Storytellers of the Sea

The Living Loop Lab invites youth creators to submit artwork for the Dockside Port Party’s outdoor gallery at Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens. Students K–12 are encouraged to explore Florida’s changing coastlines through photography, drawings, paintings, sculptures, mixed media, or digital art.

Artwork should reflect the 2026 theme “Storytellers of the Sea,” showcasing marine ecosystems, impacted coastal areas, estuarine life, and the stories hidden beneath the surface.

All submissions will be reviewed during the Gallery Setup & Preview on Friday, January 30 (5–7 PM), where guests will meet the youth artists and view works prior to Saturday’s main event. Select entries will be highlighted during the AiM Awards at the Dockside Port Party on January 31.

Submission Deadline: January 28
Preview Event: January 30, 2026 at Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens, Punta Gorda, FL
More Info / Submissions: bit.ly/DSPP013126
Contact: Miles4TheMinds@gmail.com