In partnership with Wildlife Forever, the South Carolina Wildlife Federation proudly presents the South Carolina Songbird Art Contest, which is generously sponsored by Dominion Energy. This contest invites K–12 students to explore our native birds through art and creative writing. This fun competition celebrates our feathered friends while encouraging young artists to learn about their habitats and conservation.

The 2025 Featured Species: Black-and-white Warbler, Purple Finch, Carolina Wren, Painted Bunting, and White-breasted Nuthatch.

The Songbird Art Contest invites you to choose a bird, learn its story, and bring it to life through your own art. If you’re in grade 4 or higher, you’ll also write a short creative writing piece to share what makes your bird special.

Please note that all South Carolina winning entrys will also be submitted to Wildlife Forever’s Songbird Art Contest to be included at the national level.

Quick Guidelines

• Eligibility: Open to all South Carolina students, grades K–12.
• Artwork: Original, hand-done art only — no digital, AI-generated, or computer-edited images.
• Writing: Grades 4–12 must include a short creative writing piece (optional for grades K–3).
• Limit: One entry per student.
• Deadlines: South Carolina entries due November 30, 2025

For complete contest rules and entry details, visit the Wildlife Forever Songbird Art Contest Rules