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Young Artists Competition

Inspiring the Next Generation of Healthcare Innovators Through Art

Calling All Young Artists in Northeast Florida! 

UNF MedNexus invites K-12 students across Northeast Florida to share their creativity and imagination in the Young Artists Competition — a celebration of artistic talent and visionary thinking!

We want to see how you imagine the future of healthcare. Will it include robots and healing technology? Nature-inspired hospitals? Kindness, compassion, and innovation? Let your imagination take the lead!

 

Two students painting glass vases
Student drawing on paper on a picnic table
Teacher assisting student with screen printing

Submission Guidelines

  • Who Can Enter: Students in grades K–12 in the five county region (Duval, St. Johns, Baker, Nassau, Clay)
  • Theme: Your Vision of the Future of Healthcare
  • Art Mediums Accepted: Drawing, painting, mixed media, collage, digital art, etc.
  • Maximum Size: 18” x 24”
  • Deadline to Submit: March 1, 2026

How to Submit Your Artwork

  1. Complete the submission form
  2. Upload a clear photograph of your artwork
  3. Be sure to include:
    • Your full name
    • Your grade level
    • Your school name

Prizes & Recognition

  • Top entries will be showcased in the UNF MedNexus Gallery
  • Winners will receive exciting prizes and be recognized for their artistic talent
  • All participants will receive a certificate of participation

Let Your Imagination Shape the Future

This is your chance to express how you see the future of healthcare—from compassion and technology to diversity and innovation. Whether you're in kindergarten or a high school senior, your voice matters—and your vision can inspire real change.