2026 Water Art Invitational
One Water
One Water
No matter who we are, where we live, or what we do, the same water connects us all. Rivers, oceans, rain, drinking water and wastewater are all one piece of our One Water world.
Competition Information
Prince William Water invites high school students enrolled in Prince William County public, private and home schools to participate in the 2026 Water Art Invitational. This event challenges students to visually depict this year’s theme of “One Water."
Please note, the Water Art Invitational submission deadline has been extended to Wednesday, February 04, 2026.
Submission Categories:
- Painting/Drawing;
- Photography; and
- Computer Graphics
Key Dates:
- DEADLINE EXTENDED: Wednesday, February 04, 2026, by 4 p.m.: Pieces and registration forms must be delivered to Prince William Water, 4 County Complex Court, Woodbridge, VA 22192.
- Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 5 to 6:30 p.m.: Awards Ceremony at Unity Reed High School, 8820 Rixlew Lane, Manassas, VA 20109.
Students who submit artwork for the competition should focus on the theme when creating their entries. Judges will consider both demonstrated artistic ability and a clear interpretation of the theme when scoring the submissions.
All pieces submitted for consideration in the 2026 Water Art Invitational competition require a completed entry form. Download and complete all portions of the 2026 registration form and turn it in with your entry.
For questions or additional information, email outreach@pwwater.org
2026 Water Art Invitational Sponsorship Information
Each year, the Water Art Invitational encourages, recognizes and rewards the talented high school artists of Prince William County. To honor these exceptional students and their teachers, the Water Art Invitational relies on sponsorships to provide prize money, printing and professional framing of winning artwork.
Support Prince William County students and become a sponsor today!