10x10 Teen Art Expo

The 10x10 Teen Art Expo is a week-long art exhibition featuring a selection of more than 100 teen artists from the greater Cincinnati region. The challenge? Create a piece of art measuring 10 x10 inches that reflects the theme chosen by the 10x10 Teen Volunteer Team. Artworks selected by the team will be displayed in the Marek-Weaver Family Commons on the museum’s ground floor from April 14-19, 2026. Participants are invited to an opening party planned by the team on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

Call for Submissions 

The Cincinnati Art Museum invites all regional 7–12 grade students to create a 10-inch-by-10-inch artwork interpreting the theme “Connection.”   

What makes you feel connected? Who are you connected to, and how? What connections do you have with the world around you? These could be your personal connections or ones you observe. We want to see your unique interpretation of the theme in a 2D medium of your choice, whether that’s painting, drawing, mixed media, illustration, printmaking, or something else!  

Artwork submissions must be received digitally by February 20, 2026. Selected artworks will be displayed at the museum April 14–19, 2026.

Criteria for submitting artwork: 

• Only one artwork per student may be submitted using the form below. 

• Artwork must measure 10 inches by 10 inches. 

• Artwork can be completed in the medium of your choice, but the finished product must be able to hang on a wall using a 1/2" binder clip at the top. 

• Digital submissions must be a .jpg, .jpeg, or .png file. 

• Photos of submitted artwork should be properly cropped to eliminate any background behind the artwork. 

• Artwork should NOT be framed or matted. 

• All digital submissions of completed work are due by February 20, 2026.

Selection Process 

The 10x10 Teen Expo Volunteer team will review artwork submissions and contact students selected for the in-person Teen Art Expo via email by March 10, 2026.  

Questions? Email [email protected].

Interested in volunteering at the museum?

Teens interested in museum or art education and working with children and families are encouraged to volunteer for our child and family programs throughout the year. Duties include prep and clean up materials, assist lead instructors, interact with the public, and facilitate art activities. Apply for volunteer opportunities using the form below.

Teen Volunteer Application

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