Presenting this year’s Theme:

The Tijuana Sewage Crisis

For those living on the US-Mexico border, daily life is tainted by the noxious stench of the never-ending mass of raw human sewage, carcinogenic chemicals, viruses, bacteria, and parasites from the Tijuana River. The waste water is easily aerosolized by the crashing waves, spewing clouds of pollutants and pathogens many miles away from the water, presenting a critical risk to our native ecosystem. Three bottlenose dolphins have already died from the bacterial pollution. Over 300 bird species, many of which are endangered and threatened, use the now polluted estuary as a stop in the Pacific Flyway. Furthermore, the Tijuana River Mouth Marine Conservation Area is a key nesting habitat for 36 seabird species, two sea turtle species, and four pinniped species. If this problem continues, all of these beloved species will be in grave danger, and our once pristine blue beaches will be a sewage-filled health hazard.

This year, we are partnering with Clearwater Innovation to bring attention to this pressing issue and celebrate our beautiful San Diego coastline and native marine life. We encourage all participants to consider this theme as they create their art pieces. Join us as we work towards a future with crystal-clear waters that we can all enjoy!

Eligibility & Categories

Ages 18 and under
Preference for kids from the San Diego area
Art Submission Categories
2D/3D Art
Photography
Poetry

Prizes!

Have your work showcased virtually on the AAP San Diego Website, at a physical gallery in San Diego, and at the H3SD 2024 Summit at UCSD Medical School!
Be recognized at an in-person awards ceremony
Multiple category awards
Target $100 Gift cards
& more!

Awards Ceremony

Event Details:

• Date: Sunday, October 6th, 2024
• Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM (Awards ceremony begins at 12:00 PM)
• Location: LOS/NR Art Gallery, 7910 Ivanhoe Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037

You are welcome to arrive between 11:00 and 11:45 AM to view the inspiring artworks, including the winning pieces, alongside other climate-themed creations. The awards ceremony will begin promptly at 12:00 PM, followed by light refreshments.

Recommended Parking Locations:

• El Patio Shops building (7946 Ivanhoe Ave): Flat fee of $7
• The Ivanhoe building (7817 Ivanhoe Ave): Flat fee of $10

Please RSVP by registering at the following link: (https://events.humanitix.com/enviro-art-2024-aap-youth-climate-art-exhibition). Kindly indicate the number of guests you will be bringing to help us plan accordingly.

We look forward to celebrating these talented young artists with you!

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Questions?

Email us at enviro.art.ca@gmail.com

Special thanks to all our mentors, students, volunteers, and partner organizations for making this year’s contest possible!