Here’s your chance to show your talent to the community!
Art work is being sought for Mesa County Libraries Comic Con Juried Art Show, to be displayed August 22 through October 9, 2025 at multiple library locations. There are three age categories for artists (11 and under, 12-18, and 19 and older), and prizes will be awarded in each age group by the Friends of the Mesa County Libraries.
Entry is open to all Mesa County residents, and there is no charge to enter.
Artists may submit two entries by digital image for consideration. Entries will be accepted through 8 p.m. July 28, 2025.
Art work should be appropriate for all ages and should follow the spirit of Comic Con, which highlights graphic literature, sequential art, and comics as a literary medium. Acceptable entries should be original art relevant to
- Pop culture entertainment
- Comics
- Sci-fi
- Fantasy
- Fan art
- Original characters
Two-dimensional fine art, including photography and computer-generated work, will be accepted. Work cannot exceed 30×42 inches and cannot exceed 40 pounds, and it must be display-ready with a secure wire hanger.
Three-dimensional works can be submitted for hanging or for display in covered pedestals. For hanging works, follow the guidelines above. For pedestal works, size must not exceed 14x14x14 inches.
Accepted artists will receive an email notification of artwork drop-off location and dates by August 8, 2025. Artists are responsible for the delivery and pick up their artwork at the designated location.
Complete rules, information, and an entry form for the art show are available on the website. Artists are encouraged to observe the entry rules carefully.
Mesa County Libraries Comic Con is a family-friendly event that brings together fans and creators, old and young, in celebrating the importance of stories and fandoms that connect us and enrich our lives. The 2025 Comic Con is scheduled for September 19 and 20, 2025 at the Grand Junction Convention Center in downtown Grand Junction.