Artists of all ages and skill levels are being asked to enter a city-hosted art competition to celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month.

The details

• Three age categories: 5-12, 13-18 and 19 and older
• Mediums: pencil, chalk, paint, digital, recycled items, textiles and more
• Theme: “Where Community Grows” showcasing what Plano’s parks and recreation means to them

To submit art for the competition, follow these steps:

• Provide the artist’s name, age category, contact information and a short description of the piece.
• Email a high-resolution photo of the work to [email protected] with the subject line “Art Contest Submission” before the deadline at 5 p.m. July 30.
• Bring in the completed work to any Plano recreation center or Plano Parks and Recreation’s main office, which is located at 5901 Los Rios Blvd.

Quote of note

“Local parks are often our first experiences in nature, our introduction to a favorite hobby or physical activity. They are places to gather with friends and family to celebrate life’s special moments as well as spots of respite and healing,” Plano Parks and Recreation Director Ron Smith said in a news release from the city. “This is the perfect time to reflect on and appreciate all the ways our community is stronger, more vibrant and more resilient because of parks and recreation.”

What else?

One grand prize winner will have art printed in the 2024 Summer Catalog put out by the Plano Parks and Recreation Department. Other prizes include the following:

• Annual recreation passes
• Pool cabana rentals
• Giveaways

Residents can also follow along with submissions by checking out the department’s Facebook and Instagram pages.