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Teen Art Exhibition

Teen Art Exhibition

SUBMISSION DEADLINE | SUN FEB 8, 2026
EXHIBITION ON VIEW | THU MAR 19, 2026
EXHIBITION CELEBRATION | SAT MAR 28, 2026

The Bass Teen Board’s annual Teen Art Exhibition offers teens in the greater Miami region the opportunity to showcase their artwork at The Bass, Miami Beach’s contemporary art museum. Drawing inspiration from the lived experiences and perspectives of young people today, the 2026 Teen Art Exhibition’s theme is “Time.”

We invite teen artists to submit artwork that explores the theme of “Time” for consideration.

Time can be understood as both a measurable force and a deeply personal experience. It shapes how we grow, how we remember, and how we see ourselves and the world around us. Time can move quickly or slowly, feel fragmented or cyclical, and shift in meaning as we age, especially during adolescence, when change often feels constant.

The Bass Teen Board looks forward to celebrating the many ways teen artists interpret time, whether as a personal memory, a physical process, a shared experience, or an abstract idea. Through this exhibition, we aim to highlight how young artists capture moments, transitions, and the ever-evolving nature of time in South Florida and beyond.

All artists must follow the guidelines below:

  • Artwork must be original and relate to this year’s theme of “Time”
  • Artwork must be from a middle school or high school student within Miami-Dade County aged 13 to 18. Home school students aged 13 to 18 are also eligible to submit artwork to the Teen Art Exhibition.
  • To be considered for the Teen Art Exhibition, submit artwork via the Google Form linked on this website.
  • Artwork of all mediums will be accepted.

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TIMELINE FOR THE 2026 TEEN ART EXHIBITION:

  • Sunday, February 8, 2026: Deadline for submissions
  • Saturday, February 28, 2026: Applicants are notified of submission status (Accepted, Waitlisted, Rejected)
  • Saturday, February 28, 2026: Accepted artists begin dropping off artwork
  • Sunday, March 8, 2026: Deadline to drop off accepted artwork
  • Thursday, March 19, 2026: Opening of Teen Art Exhibition

Please reach out to Melissa Pérez, Studio Programs Manager, with any questions at [email protected] or (786) 477-6042.

Upcoming Events

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→Wednesday, February 11 - Wednesday, March 18
Teen Studio Art Sessions

The Bass Teen Studio is a closed-series studio program for middle and high school teens who want space to make, experiment, and connect through art. Developed in partnership with the Police Athletic League of Miami Beach (PAL), this program creates a safe, welcoming environment where teens can express themselves, build confidence, and explore their creativity alongside peers.

Each session offers open-ended projects, quality materials, and light guidance from a professional facilitator, encouraging teens to follow their interests and work at their own pace. Whether participants come to focus quietly or collaborate, the emphasis is on exploration, self-expression, and enjoying the creative process. No pressure, no grades, no prior art experience — just a consistent studio space designed for teens.

Artist-grade art materials are included with the class, and a suggested shopping list is available for those who want to keep creating at home.

Call 786-477-6042 or email [email protected] with any questions.

 

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TEEN ART EXHIBITION

The Bass Teen Board’s annual Teen Art Exhibition offers teens in the greater Miami region the opportunity to showcase their artwork at The Bass, Miami Beach’s contemporary art museum. Drawing inspiration from the lived experiences and perspectives of young people today, the 2026 Teen Art Exhibition’s theme is “Time.”

Time can be understood as both a measurable force and a deeply personal experience. It shapes how we grow, how we remember, and how we see ourselves and the world around us. Time can move quickly or slowly, feel fragmented or cyclical, and shift in meaning as we age, especially during adolescence, when change often feels constant.

On Thursday, March 19, The Bass Teen Board celebrates the many ways teen artists interpret time, whether as a personal memory, a physical process, a shared experience, or an abstract idea. Through this exhibition at The Bass Creativity Center, we aim to highlight how young artists capture moments, transitions, and the ever-evolving nature of time in South Florida and beyond.

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A young woman and a young man look at photography artwork on view at The Bass Teen Art Exhibition on March 16 2023.
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Annual Teen Art Exhibition on March 16
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