WQLN PBS Art Show and Contest
The WQLN PBS Art Show and Contest for tweens and teens is designed to promote creative artistic expression through painting. This show and contest are open to students in grades six through twelve. Three Judges' Choice winners are awarded in the following grade level categories: 6th-8th, 9th-10th, and 11th-12th.
We will be accepting submissions for our 2026 show and contest from January 1, 2026, to March 20, 2026. Entries may be submitted during business hours at WQLN PBS NPR 8425 Peach Street, Erie, PA 16509. Download the rules and entry form above.
Congratulations to our 2025 contest winners! And thank you to everyone who participated in our fourth annual Art Show and Contest. We cannot wait to see the incredible works of art you create next year.
The Portrait Callie Rose K. RB Wiley CCS, Grade 8 | |
Nature’s Eye Celine K. Fort LeBoeuf Middle School, Grade 6 | |
The Power of the Hand Grady H. Wattsburg, Grade 7 |
Stormy Night Caylee H. Homeschool, Grade 9 | |
Fallen Leaves Maryam F. Harbor Creek Senior High, Grade 9 | |
Le Ciel Orange Rebecca M. Homeschool: Scholé Academy, Grade 9 |
Feelings of Chaos A.V. Perseus House Collaborative Learning Center (CLC), Grade 11 | |
Four Seas Ava O. Union City High School, Grade 11 | |
Go Sonic Kersten M. ELBS, Grade 12 | |
Chasing Pavement Tanaja W. PA Cyber Charter, Grade 12 |