The Department of Art and the Runnels Gallery proudly present the annual Art Fest. Students from regional high schools, junior colleges, and community colleges are invited to engage in hands-on workshops, watch live demonstrations, and participate in a portfolio review for a chance to receive an ENMU Art Scholarship. This immersive, one-day festival offers a glimpse into the creative community at Eastern New Mexico University, providing valuable experiences for emerging artists.
Art Fest: Friday, March 27, 2026 | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
2026 Workshops
Workshops are led by the Department of Art’s faculty, each sharing their area of expertise. Students will participate in two workshops, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, enabling them to explore multiple areas of art in a single day. Art teachers are also encouraged to participate, learning alongside students. Each workshop is designed for ambitious, curious, and creative artists eager to expand their skills.
•Landscape Painting
•Screen Printing Basics
•Introduction to Chainmaille Linking
•Wheel-Thrown Pottery
•Cut-out Animation Studio
•Charcoal Portrait Drawing
A final, detailed workshop and activity schedule will be shared closer to the event date and emailed to schools and individuals who register.
Portfolio Review and Scholarship Competition
High school juniors, seniors, and those intending to transfer to ENMU are invited to sign up for one-on-one portfolio reviews during the festival. Bring together your best projects and artwork (viewed digitally or in person) for a comprehensive evaluation by experienced art and design professors and professionals. Faculty reviewers will be ready to award scholarship funds to students intending to apply or attend ENMU, so don’t miss this fantastic opportunity!
Eligibility and Registration Fees:
High school students (grades 9–12) and undergraduate students from community or junior colleges are welcome to participate. Art educators are also invited to attend. Participants may join individually or as part of a school group.
Early Bird Registration Fee: $15 per person on or before Friday, Feb. 27, 2026
Standard Registration Fee: $25 per person on or after Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026
The first two teacher/parent registrations for each student group are free. Each additional teacher/parent is subject to the early bird or standard registration fee.
Registration fees cover the cost of attendance, supplies, and lunch only. There is no prorated registration fee for participants who do not attend the entire festival.
All registration fees are non-refundable after 5 p.m. on Friday, March 13, 2026.
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