Lumi’s Utopia Children Drawing Contest is an annual art competition hosted by LuminoCity Festival, in collaboration with the Long Island Children's Museum (LICM), now proudly celebrating its 5th year.
Inspired by this year’s theme, “Fantasy Winter Fairyland,” participant winners’ original 2-D artworks will be brought to life as stunning 3D light sculptures and showcased at the 2025 LuminoCity Festival, offering young artists the extraordinary opportunity to see their creativity brought to life on a grand, illuminated scale.
At LuminoCity, we believe that every child is a natural artist. Their drawings provide a window into their thoughts, dreams, and emotions. This contest celebrates the boundless creativity of children and the power of artistic expression, bringing their raw imagination to life in a magical and meaningful way.
What is Lumi’s Utopia
Lumi's Utopia is inspired by the endless imaginations of our children, and the rich tradition and fine art of lantern making. Let Lumi transform your artistic flights of fancy into captivating light art displays!
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THEME
Fantasy Winter Fairyland
RECOMMENDED AGES
Four
and up
Online Submissions:
4/7 - 5/16
In-Person Workshops:
4/14 & 4/18
DATES
HOW TO APPLY
Children can participate either by attending the in-person workshops at Long Island Children’s Museum or by submitting their artwork through our online submission page.
Art Format
Create your artwork using traditional drawing or painting methods inspired by this year's theme: Fantasy Winter Fairyland.
Digital works, photographs, and videos won’t be accepted.
On-Site Workshop
Attend at Long Island Children’s Museum
In-Person Workshops
Attend at Long Island Children’s Museum
On-Site Workshop Admission:
Monday, April 14
Friday, April 18
Find out more at licm.org
Online Submmsioon
Submit your artwork today and make your creative mark at the 2025 LuminoCity Festival！
Online Submission Schedule
April 7 - May 16
Fill Out the Application
Scan your drawing and upload the jpg or png file through our Application Form. Name your file as the Talent’s Name.
Fill out the rest of the required information on the Application Form and have a parent or guardian sign the Application Form.
Submit
Click the submit button of our online Application Form and we will receive your application immediately.
*Each participant is limited to submitting only one artwork. In the case of multiple submissions by the same participant, only the first artwork will be considered as their official application.
JUDGES
Aimee Terzulli
Audrey O’Malley
Margo Malter
Xiaoyi Chen
PRIZES
3D Light Installation
The winning drawing will be transformed into a stunning 3D installation and displayed at the 2025 LuminoCity Winter Festival.
LUMI’s Friends Admission
Unlimited free entry to LuminoCity Festival (2025-2027) at any location.
LUMI Goodie
Bag
A special gift bag for each winner at the 2025 LuminoCity Festival
LICM FAMILY PASS
A Family Four Pass to the Long Island Children's Museum