Art and faith have always shared a profound connection. For the viewer, sacred art offers a unique way to explore the beauty and truth of our faith expressed in a visual way. This is so powerful that many Catholics engage in a prayer method called visio divina as a part of their regular practice. For the artist, this expression of creativity can be both an act of worship and a way to mirror the Creator in whose image we were made.
Today, in partnership with St. Edmund’s Sacred Art Institute, we would like to announce an exciting opportunity for artists across the nation: the National Eucharistic Art Competition. Creative Catholics from all over the country are invited to share their talents in exploration and celebration of the Eucharistic mystery, contributing to a vibrant tapestry of Eucharistic art.
Selected works will be showcased at the 10th National Eucharistic Congress, exhibited in a premiere show at the Museum of Blessed Michael McGivney Center in Connecticut, and displayed at other locations as a part of the Eucharistic Sacred Art Exhibit. Click here to learn more about this exciting opportunity.
According to the official rules of the competition, artwork should be “executed in a manner worthy of the House of the Lord, depicting sound doctrine, inspired by Eucharistic elements of Biblical or private revelation of the Saints, Blesseds, or Servants of God.”
The artist must be a living resident of the United States over the age of 18 to participate in this competition. Works are limited to 30 lbs and must be made with traditional media. Other dimensional limits apply. Photography and other computer-generated or digital art will not be accepted into this competition. All entries must be original works by the submitting artist. Click here for the full rules and samples of Eucharistic themes.
The deadline to enter is February 20, 2024, at 11:59 PM. Each artist may submit up to 6 works in total. Entry fee is $25 for up to 3 submissions or $45 for up to 6 submissions.
Applicants will be notified of their status by email on or before February 30, 2024.
First place will receive a cash prize of $2000. Total awards will amount to over $3000 in total.
If you have any questions about eligibility, please email Deacon Francis Valliere, Coordinator of St. Edmund’s Sacred Art Institute, at fjvalliere@endersisland.org.
Good luck, and we look forward to seeing your beautiful creations!
