Sunny Isles Beach Sunny Spaces Art Contest - Selected Artwork Will Be Transformed Into An Art Installation At Gateway Artway At Gateway Center

The City of Sunny Isles Beach Sunny Spaces Art Contest is open to only residents of Sunny Isles Beach. Contest entrants must show a valid City-issued Sunny Isles Beach Resident ID card. Artwork must be either painted or hand-drawn to cover an 8” x 8” surface encompassing our theme of the “Living in Motion.” Create the artwork in color. You may not use any copyrighted character(s). The artwork must be original and created 100% by the artist. Entries that do not conform to the entry guidelines or fail to provide the requested completed waiver form may be removed from consideration. Minors must ask their parents or legal guardian for permission to participate. If a participant is a minor, his or her parent or legal guardian agrees to these official rules along with and on behalf of his or her minor child.

Contest period: The Contest runs from Tuesday, July 1st, 2025 to Tuesday, September 30th, 2025

How to enter: During the contest period, you may enter the Contest by completing the waiver form and submitting it with your artwork. The forms must be submitted in person at the Sunny Isles Beach Visitor Center, 18070 Collins Avenue, during business hours no later than 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 30th, 2025. Up to two (2) entries allowed per person. Contest entrants must provide their name, Sunny Isles Beach Resident ID Card, and method of contact such as email or phone number to be eligible to win.

Selection of winners: Up to five winners will be selected. Winners will be chosen by a selected group of Sunny Isles Beach staff members. Odds of winning depend upon the number of eligible entries received.

Winner verification and notification: The contest winners will be notified by January 2026. Winners will be notified via the contact information provided in the waiver. By participating in this contest, entrants consent to the use of the entrant’s name, photograph, likeness, voice and/or video for promotional purposes, including, but not limited to, online and on-air announcements, signage, posters, television, magazine articles, websites, Social Media sites (including, but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube), and any other publication at the City’s discretion, without limitation and without additional compensation except where prohibited by law. In the event of a conflict between the entry instruction and these contest rules, these contest rules shall control.

What should the artwork include?

The artwork should reflect this year’s theme, “Living in Motion," highlighting the essence of movement and activity.

What size should the artwork be?

The paper or canvas you submit must be at least 8″ x 8″ or larger. The dimensions must be a perfect square.

What material can be used for the artwork?

We recommend using either paper or canvas. Winning pieces will be professionally transferred to become art installations at various locations around the city.

What medium can be used to create the artwork?

Various mediums can be used, including paints, pencils, charcoal, and pastels. The artwork must be hand-painted or drawn. Digital artwork will not be accepted.

Can I copy another piece of art?

You may not use any copyrighted character. The artwork must be original and created 100% by the artist.

How old do I have to be to participate?

This contest is open to all ages; however, minors must ask their parents or legal guardian for permission to participate. If a participant is a minor, his or her parent or legal guardian must agree to the official rules along with and on behalf of his or her minor child.

Do I have to create my art within the boundary box of the submission form?

No, your artwork can be completed on your own paper or canvas that is at least 8″ x 8.″

Should I sign the painting?

Please include your name, whether it is on the front or the back of the painting, so that we may identify you. If you do sign the front of the painting, please print your name on the back just so we are able to clearly read your name.

How do I submit my artwork?

Entries must be submitted in-person at the Sunny Isles Beach Visitor Center during regular business hours.

Submission Deadline: Tuesday, September 30th, 2025

Submission Location:

Sunny Isles Beach Visitor Center

18070 Collins Avenue, 1st Floor, Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160

Monday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Sunday: Closed

Submissions after the deadline may not be considered. Limit two (2) submissions per person. The contest is only open to Sunny Isles Beach Resident ID Cardholders.

We look forward to your submissions and highlighting our local artists’ work for everyone in Sunny Isles Beach to enjoy!

For contest rules, please visit: www.sibfl.gov/sunnyspacesrules - And for additional questions, please email: socialmedia@sibfl.net.

(Photo Credit: https://www.sibfl.gov/City-Hall/Media/Sunny-Spaces-Art-Contest)