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Art for Animals Festival & Exhibition
BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo
Monday, September 09, 2024
through Friday, May 9
9:30am–4:00pm
BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo invites you to the second annual Art for Animals Festival, a vibrant celebration of creativity and conservation. Running from February 3 through May 9, 2025, this event features a juried art exhibition, festival, and awards ceremony, all designed to connect the community with wildlife through the lens of art.
Event Highlights
- Art Exhibition: February 3 – May 9, 2025
Explore works by talented local artists displayed in the Atrium of the Zoo’s new entrance, open Monday - Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The exhibition showcases artwork inspired by wildlife and conservation themes. - Festival Day & Closing Reception: May 3, 2025
- Festival Grounds: 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Closing Reception and Awards Ceremony: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. in the Atrium
Enjoy a fun-filled day with family-friendly activities and the announcement of award winners. Regular zoo admission applies, and members enjoy free entry.
Call for Artists (Now Closed)
Artists aged 14 and older submitted their creative works for consideration from September to December 2024. The juried selection process highlighted originality, technical skill, and alignment with the conservation theme. Selected pieces will be displayed throughout the festival.
- Eligible Media: Paintings, drawings, scratchboard, mixed media, printmaking, and photography
- Categories: Youth (14-17) and Adult (18+)
- Timeline:
- Submission Period: September 9 – December 9, 2024
- Artist Selection: December 10, 2024 – January 2025
- Exhibition Delivery: January 6 – January 24, 2025
Awards & Sales
- Artists can sell their work, with 20% of proceeds supporting conservation programs such as Bowling for Rhinos, Bat Conservation International, and the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana.
- Awards will be presented for the Director's Choice, People's Choice, and Jurors' Selection (1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place)
Join Us!
Celebrate the beauty of wildlife and the power of art at this one-of-a-kind event. Your participation helps us protect and celebrate incredible animals worldwide.
