Transportation is about more than getting from one place to another. For 25 years, Clinton Transit has helped connect residents to work, school, medical appointments, shopping, family, friendships, and the communities that matter most.
As we celebrate our 25th Anniversary, we’re inviting local students and artists to help tell that story through art.
In partnership with Clinton County Arts Council, we are proud to announce the “Creating Everyday Connections” Art Contest — a community-centered celebration of creativity, transportation, and the connections that shape daily life in Clinton County. The contest will showcase local artistic talent while highlighting the many ways public transportation supports independence, opportunity, and community connection.
Contest Theme
“Creating Everyday Connections”
Artists are encouraged to interpret the theme in their own unique way.
Artwork may reflect:
- Transportation and mobility
- Community and belonging
- Independence and accessibility
- Friendship and family
- Daily routines and life experiences
- Connections between people and places
For middle school students, the theme may also be interpreted more simply as:
“Connection”
Who Can Enter
The contest includes three categories:
- Middle school students: Open to middle school students residing in Clinton County
- High school students: Open to high school students residing in Clinton County
- Adult artists: Open to adult artists. Additional eligibility details will be announced soon.
Contest Prizes
In total, four winning pieces will be selected to hang permanently in the Clinton Transit Administration Facility as part of the agency’s anniversary celebration
Student Awards
- Middle School Winner — $100
- High School Winner — $250
Adult Awards
- Adult Winner — $1,000
- Adult Runner-Up — $500
Adult winners who are not current members of the Clinton County Arts Council will also receive a complimentary one-year membership.
Artwork Requirements
- Artwork must be hangable
- Minimum size: 8” x 10”
- Maximum size: 48” x 48”
- Any medium may be used, provided the finished piece can be displayed
- Artists may submit only one entry
- Multi-piece works are permitted but will be considered a single entry
Submission Deadline
All artwork must be submitted by
Friday, September 11, 2026
Drop-off Location: Art & Soul Gallery (215 N. Clinton Ave., St. Johns)
Community Exhibition & Voting
All submitted artwork will be displayed publicly from:
September 12-September 19, 2026
Community members will be invited to vote for their favorite pieces both:
- in person during the exhibition, and
- online through a public voting form
Voting information will be shared through:
- mybluebus.com
- Clinton County Arts Council website
- Clinton Transit Facebook
- Clinton County Arts Council Facebook
Winners will be officially announced during the Clinton Transit 25th Anniversary Celebration Event on September 26, 2026.
Winning artwork will be purchased with prize funding and permanently displayed inside the Clinton Transit Administration Building with artist recognition plaques.
How to Enter
Click here to complete the entry form
Questions
Tanya Burt
clintoncountyarts1@gmail.com
