2025 Air Force Art & Photo Contest
Winter is experienced differently by all of us depending upon our location in the world. It also means something different to every person. It is a time to make fond memories with family and loved ones around a fire, or a snow-covered mountain. It could even mean relaxing in a beach chair with palm trees in the distance. As the season changes, we want to encourage participants to capture these memories in print and art. We want you to share your winter experience with the Air Force and military community.
In the 89 days of winter, participants will have a chance to showcase their best winter wonderland themed photo or art piece. This is a time for you to show us your Winter Wonderland! Come up with your best Winter Wonderland themed photo, painting or drawing. This is your time to shine and to show off your creativity!
Eligibility Requirements
Authorized patrons of Air Force Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Programs are eligible to participate in the Air Force Art & Photo Contest (IAW AFI 34-101).
Entrants in the Adult Categories must be at least 18 years old at the time of entry.
Entrants in the Youth Categories must meet the following age requirements.
- Youth Child (Ages 6 to 8)
- Youth Pre-Teen (Ages 9 to 12)
- Youth Teen (Ages 13 to 17)
A legal parent or guardian must submit entries on behalf of authorized Youth Category participants.
Force Support Squadron (FSS) Commanders, civilian leaders, and FSS marketing personnel may enter the contest, but are NOT eligible to win prizes.
Participants must meet all eligibility requirements determined in the Official Rules.
Prizes will be awarded to eligible participants.
Failure to meet eligibility or submission requirements will render the submission ineligible.
Participants are limited to submitting entries within their respective age category. Submitting the same artwork or photograph in multiple age categories is prohibitied and will result in disqualification.
How to Enter
No purchase is necessary to enter or win.
1. Visit https://forcesupport.awardsplatform.com from 1 March 2025 at 1200 CST to 30 April 2025 a 1200 CST.
2. Register for an account or sign in. (We recommend using a non-government email as they often block awards platform messages.)
3. Click ‘Start entry’ button.
4. Under the ‘Contest & Category’ field, select ‘2025 Art & Photo Contest’.
5. Complete all remaining fields under each tab.
6. Click ‘Submit entry’ at the bottom of the page once your submission is complete. (You will receive a confirmation email after you submit your entry.)
Prizes
Winners will be notified via email no later than 1 June 2025. Winners must respond via email within five calendar days of notification. If no response is received, an alternate winner will be chosen
Prizes will be awarded to the top three (3) winners in each sub-category.
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- Fist Place: $500 Amazon Gift Card
- Second Place: $400 Amazon Gift Card
- Third Place: $300 Amazin Gift Card