About the Competition

Artists possess a powerful tool to evoke social change. Without uttering a single word, they can enlighten, educate and affect change around the world. Embracing Our Differences invites you to participate in creating a society where inclusion is embraced and individuality is celebrated.

Become a part of this change by submitting your original art to Embracing Our Differences and its annual international outdoor juried art exhibit.

About the Exhibit

Featuring 50 billboard-size images measuring 16 feet (4.88m) wide by 12.5 feet (3.81m) high, each work of art is created by local, national and international artists reflecting their interpretation of the theme "embracing our differences."

The exhibit will be on display mid-January through April at multiple locations along Florida's Cultural Coast in Southwest Florida. Since 2004, the exhibit has hosted over 4.8 million visitors, in addition to 587,395 students via their education programs, for a very unique opportunity to experience the importance of inclusion, kindness, and respect in our lives.

To view past winning selections, please visit their Galleries.

$6,000 USD in cash will be awarded.