High School Art Exhibition
A platform for young artists to shine
The High School Art and Design Exhibition provides all Idaho high school students the opportunity to exhibit their artwork in a professional gallery space on University of Idaho’s campus. This annual event, a tradition for over 30 years, celebrates young artistic talent and fosters a connection between aspiring artists and the university community.
Exhibition details
- Submission deadline: Feb. 27, 2026
- Notification of invites: March 12, 2026
- Exhibition dates: April, 2026
- Location: University of Idaho Campus Gallery
A jury will select 30 works for display in the gallery, accompanied by a digital slideshow of all submissions. Jurors will also determine awards and honors, with recipients receiving gift bundles that include art supplies and University of Idaho merchandise.
Contact us
For more information, contact the College of Art and Architecture. Call us at 208-885-4409 or email us.
2026 Award Recipients
- Best in Show: Gracie Lau, Ocean’s Embrace, Post Falls High School
- First Place: Samantha McDermott, In the Mud, Vallivue High School
- Second Place: Miley Schwendiman, The Glass Face, Vallivue High School
- Third Place: Monroe Williams, Lights, Camera, Apocalypse!, Mountain Home High School
- Technical Achievement: Madison Kohal, A Dead Conversation, Coeur d’Alene High School
- Conceptual Achievement: Phoebe Lormore, Reflections from Within, Bishop Kelly High School