Restore the Wild Artwork Competition Entry Form

Artist’s Information

Artist’s Name*

First Last

Artist’s Age Group*

Adult (18 years and over)
Youth (17 years and younger)

Youth Artist’s Age*

Please enter a number from 0 to 17.

Parent/Guardian’s Name*

First Last

Please provide the following contact information for the adult artist or parent/guardian (if the Artist is younger than 18):

Email*

Enter Email Confirm Email

Phone*

Address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Artwork Information

Each artist may submit up to two original works, one entry per category. Artists submitting two pieces of artwork should complete and submit a separate form for each submission.

Category*

Artistic Expression
Natural History Illustration
Youth (Ages 10 and under)
Youth (Ages 11-17)

Title of Work*

Provide a unique title that reflects what the artist portrays with this artwork.

Artwork Medium*

Check all that apply.

Artwork Medium - Other*

Describe or provide more details about your artwork medium.

Was artificial intelligence (AI) used at any point during the creation of this artwork?*

Yes
No

If yes, please describe how AI was used:*

Artwork Dimensions - Length in Inches (20 inches max):*

Artwork Dimensions - Width in Inches (20 inches max):*

Artwork Preparation for Display:*

Artwork is framed with a wire for hanging
Artwork is matted only (no frame)
Artwork is adhered to cardstock (e.g. Youth entries)

Please check the following boxes to confirm that your artwork adheres to competition guidelines:

(If your artwork does not currently meet the following guidelines, please take steps to ensure your artwork does meet these guidelines before physical submission)

Artwork is two-dimensional and ready to hang on a wall
Artwork is NOT covered by glass or clear plastic
The artist’s signature is NOT on the front of the artwork
Artwork will be placed in a sealed box or envelope for shipping/drop-off
Artist must include the title of work, artist’s name, category entered, and confirmation code (which will be provided by email) on the back of the artwork AND on exterior packaging for physical submission

Artwork Exhbition

Artists may choose to list their artwork for sale OR artists may indicate that their artwork may be selected by DWR for silent auction during the opening reception of the 2026 Restore the Wild Artwork Exhibition. DWR may select a limited number of pieces for silent auction. If an artist indicates that DWR may select their artwork for silent auction, but the art piece is not selected (e.g. due to limited space), the artist will be given the option to have their artwork listed for sale or on display only.

Will the artwork be for sale if included in the 2026 Restore the Wild Artwork Exhibition?*

Artwork on display only (not for sale or silent auction)
Artwork will be for sale by the artist
Artwork may be selected by DWR for silent auction

Please share your second choice for the exhibition if your artwork is not selected for the silent auction:*

Artwork will be for sale by the artist
Artwork on display only (not for sale)

If your artwork may be listed for sale, please provide the following information:

Selling price:*

Contact information (for adult artist or parent/guardian of youth artist) that may be displayed with the artwork during the exhibition:

Name

First Last

Phone*

Email*

Website/Social Media

Preferred method of contact

(If space is limited on the exhibition label.)

Phone
Email
Website/Social Media

Snapshot*

Please upload a photo of your artwork. (Photo files must be 32 MB or less and saved in JPEG format.)

After the Exhibition

How will you retrieve your artwork after the exhibition?*

(Please note, artists who sell their artwork are responsible for retrieving their artwork after the exhibition and delivering the artwork to the buyer. DWR will coordinate with individuals who win silent auction items for pick-up/delivery of their items after the exhibition.)

Pick-up in person
Return shipping via prepaid UPS label

Please confirm that the artist or parent/guardian will provide a prepaid UPS return label (no stamps or other shipping methods) and will write the artwork confirmation number(s) on the UPS return label:*

I confirm

Agree to Rules and Guidelines*

Checking this box signifies that you have read and agree to the Competition Rules and Guidelines.

I agree to the rules and guidelines

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