# Event Details - **Event Name**: A Real Talent A.R.T. YOUTH Contest - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 31 Oct, 2026 at 11:55 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Calling all young creators in the DC-MD-VA area! OLMA Mater Foundation is thrilled to announce the art contest for young artists (11-18 yrs)About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/18dbb900-a6f4-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w592-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg A Real Talent A.R.T. ContestPresented by OLMA Mater Foundation & Art a La Carte GalleryCalling all young creators living in the DC-MD-VA area! OLMA Mater Foundation in collaboration with Art a La Carte Gallery are thrilled to announce the art contest for young artists living in the DMV area.This is your chance to showcase your original artwork, get it evaluated by a distinguished Jury Panel of professional artists, and win incredible prizes — including having your artwork featured at a weekend-long exhibit at Art a la Carte Gallery in Occoquan Historic District!Age GroupsJunior Category: 11–13 years oldTeen Category: 14–18 years oldArtwork RequirementsTo ensure fairness and authenticity, all submissions must strictly adhere to the following guidelines:Originality: Finished, original 2D artwork in any medium or technique, including collage, created within the last two years. Artwork may be inspired by your favorite characters or artists, but shouldn’t be an exact copy of that character, unless you’re making fun of it or incorporating it in your larger work, like a collage. No digital, AI-generated, or AI-assisted work would be accepted.Independent Creation: Artwork must be created independently by the contestant, with minimal adult supervision.Dimensions: Minimum 8" x 10" | Maximum 16" x 20"Framing & Wiring: Selected artwork of six winners must be framed and include the wiring for exhibit installation.Prizes & RewardsSix winners total (three in each age group) will be selected to have their artwork exhibited for a three-day weekend at Art a la Carte this October!Ages 11–131st Place: $200 Cash Prize2nd Place: $75 Gift Certificate to shop at Art a la Carte3rd Place: $25 Gift Certificate to shop at Art a la CarteAges 14–181st Place: $200 Cash Prize2nd Place: $100 Gift Certificate for art class(es) with OLMA Mater (Valid for two art classes for one person, or one class for two persons)3rd Place: $50 Gift Certificate for art class with OLMA Mater (Valid for one class for one person)Note: All prizes are generously sponsored by OLMA Mater Foundation.The Timeline September - October 2026: Open call for submissions (Each submission is assigned a number)November 2026: Jury Panel reviews all submissions and selects the winnersEarly December 2026: Six winners are announcedEarly January 2027: Artwork of six winners is exhibited at Art a la Carte from Friday through SundayReady to submit?Please complete Google form on our website: www.olmamater.orgIf you have any questions regarding the submission process and requirements, please reach out to the OLMA Mater team info@olmamater.org.We can't wait to see your incredible vision come to life! Best of luck and may your imagination run wild! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/occoquan-historic-district/a-real-talent-art-youth-contest/100001999495716513 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Art, Workshops, Contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 17.85, max: 17.85, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Occoquan Historic District - **state**: VA - **country**: United States - **location**: Art A La Carte Gallery - **lat**: 38.6844004 - **long**: -77.2610579 - **full address**: Art A La Carte Gallery, 310 Mill Street, Occoquan Historic District, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: A Real Talent A.R.T. YOUTH Contest - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/6715a7075a52290695d05af46934eee633ab71abaf1c7cc5182a4684fc588428-rimg-w1080-h1080-dcc8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1788370300 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is A Real Talent A.R.T. YOUTH Contest being held? - **A:** A Real Talent A.R.T. YOUTH Contest takes place on Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 31 Oct, 2026 at 11:55 pm at Art A La Carte Gallery, 310 Mill Street, Occoquan Historic District, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing A Real Talent A.R.T. YOUTH Contest? - **A:** A Real Talent A.R.T. YOUTH Contest is organized by OLMA Mater. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** A Real Talent A.R.T. YOUTH Contest is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Occoquan Historic District, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If A Real Talent A.R.T. YOUTH Contest sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "A Real Talent A.R.T. 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