Montana Community Foundation Seeks Art And Photography Submissions
Author: Rebecca Connors, Montana Community Foundation
Montana Community Foundation Seeks Art And Photography Submissions
Rebecca Connors
Montana Community Foundation
The Montana Community Foundation (MCF) invites artists and photographers from across the state to participate in our inaugural Images that Shape Montana contest. This is an opportunity to share how you see the power of philanthropy shaping our communities, landscapes, and future. There will be four category winners, each receiving $500. The grand prize winner will receive $1,500 and will be featured in MCF publications, social media, and an art walk.
“Montana has a proud and long tradition of incredible artists who shape how we experience our state,” said Montana Community Foundation President & CEO, Mary Rutherford. “Whether you're behind a camera lens or a paintbrush, we welcome submissions that reflect generosity and positive change across Montana.”
Submissions will be judged in four impact areas central to MCF’s mission:
Education, Equity, & Culture - Artwork that reflects how philanthropy supports inclusive access to education and equitable opportunities that empower all Montanans to succeed.
Community & Economic Vitality – Art that showcases how giving supports resilient communities, growth, and community development.
Land & Resiliency - Visual stories of conservation, stewardship, sustainability, or the ways communities address challenges of an evolving environment.
Health & Well-being - Representations of how philanthropy enhances the physical, mental, and social health of Montanans.
The contest is open to Montana-based artists and photographers of all levels, ages 16 and up. Parental consent form will be required for minors. All submissions will be displayed during a Helena Art Walk exhibit this fall and featured across MCF’s communication channels. The grand prize winner will be the featured artist.
Acceptable mediums include photography, digital art, illustration, painting, and mixed media. The contest opens on August 1, and the submission deadline is September 30. Winners will be announced on October 17. To learn more or to submit artwork, email communications@mtcf.org or visit https://mtcf.org/about/images-that-shape-montana.
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