Umpqua Valley Arts Seeks Artwork For 2027 Summer Arts Festival Poster
Umpqua Valley Arts is accepting artwork for its 2027 Summer Arts Festival poster contest. Artists can submit up to three original designs by December 12 for a chance to win $500 and have their work featured in festival promotions.
ROSEBURG, Ore. - Umpqua Valley Arts is inviting artists of all ages and experience levels to help create the look of one of Roseburg's largest annual community events.
The organization has opened submissions for its 58th Annual Summer Arts Festival Poster Contest, giving artists an opportunity to have their work featured on promotional materials for next year's festival, scheduled for June 25 through 27, 2027, at Fir Grove Park in Roseburg.
The winning artist will receive $500, along with recognition and additional festival benefits.
There is no required theme for the contest. Instead, Umpqua Valley Arts is encouraging participants to use their creativity to develop artwork that captures the spirit of the Summer Arts Festival and its celebration of art, entertainment and community.
Artists may submit up to three original pieces for consideration. Entries are open to emerging, mid-career and established artists, with both traditional and digital artwork accepted.
While designs that reflect Douglas County and the surrounding region are welcome, they are not required. Organizers are looking for artwork that celebrates creativity, encourages appreciation of the arts and represents the welcoming atmosphere of the annual festival.
Winning Artwork To Be Featured Throughout Festival
The selected design will help shape the visual identity of the 2027 Summer Arts Festival, appearing on promotional materials including posters, social media, websites, apparel, postcards and festival signage.
In addition to the $500 cash prize, the winning artist will receive a free Summer Arts Festival T-shirt, complimentary festival admission, recognition on the official poster and credit in the Summer Arts Festival Guide.
The contest is open to original two-dimensional artwork that can be digitally reproduced. Submissions must be provided as JPEG images measuring 1,920 pixels on the longest side at 300 dpi.
Artwork created using artificial intelligence tools is not eligible.
A panel that may include Umpqua Valley Arts staff, local art professionals and community representatives will review submissions based on creativity, craftsmanship and overall design.
Submissions Due December 12
Artists have until Saturday, December 12, 2026, to submit their work. The winning artist is expected to be contacted by late December.
Submissions can be completed online through the official contest form:
Submit Artwork For The 2027 Summer Arts Festival Poster Contest
Additional information about the contest and other artist opportunities is available on the Umpqua Valley Arts website.
The Summer Arts Festival has been a Roseburg tradition for more than five decades, bringing thousands of visitors to Fir Grove Park each summer. The three-day event features artists and vendors, live entertainment, food and activities for families.
The 58th Annual Summer Arts Festival will take place June 25, 26 and 27, 2027.
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