Blueprint Gallery

Blue Print Gallery is hosting the 7th Annual Dallas Young Artist Exhibition. A juror will help select eight artworks from Booker T. Washington juniors and seniors. Our school is one of the few DISD schools invited to participate and will share the space with other artists from recognized programs across DFW. Major scholarship awards include $5000 (1st place winner), $2500 (2nd place winner), $1500 (3rd place winner) and $500 (five honorable mention awards).

To submit, complete the Google form and upload an image of your artwork by 4 p.m. November 14. 2D and 3D works will be considered. You may only submit one entry. Students will be notified after the Thanksgiving holiday and must deliver accepted artworks to Mrs. Read by December 10.

Email Visual Arts faculty member Krystal Read at krread@dallasisd.org if you have questions.

Reflections

Start thinking about Reflections: Reflections is a national PTA arts program open to all BTW students. This year's theme is Accepting Imperfections. The program will open in the fall and submissions will be accepted through the BTW PTSA website.

Bill Neale Automotove Fine Art Award

The Bill Neale Automotive Fine Art Award for high school students honors the fine art techniques of renowned automotive artist Bill Neale and nurtures the next-generation of automotive artists, car collectors and enthusiasts.

The competition is an opportunity for U.S. high school students (grades 9-12) who are aspiring automotive artists to receive recognition for their creativity and skill. For the competition, high school entrants are asked to create their own original signed artwork that features the two main design elements featured in Bill Neale’s work, using a sports or racing car of the entrant’s choice as subject matter (no commercial logos are permitted*.) Cash prizes are awarded. Entries must be received by February 12, 2025. Visit the Bill Neale Automotive Fine Art Award website for all details.