Teen writers and artists: show off your talents countywide

PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – Teen writers and artists are encouraged to submit their creative works in the Pierce County Library System’s Our Own Expressions Teen Writing & Art Contest, which runs now through Friday, Feb. 28, 2020.

“This is an excellent, positive opportunity for teenagers to explore and share their creativity and talent,” said Pierce County Library Executive Director Georgia Lomax. “Through writing and art, teens can express themselves and discover new interests and passions.”

Teenagers in seventh through 12th grades, who live in or attend school in Pierce County, may enter the contest, individually or as a team. They may enter in one or all four categories: poetry, short story, photography and drawing. Participation in the contest is free.

Students may get entry forms at any Pierce County Library or online. Teens may use computers, scanners and copiers at Pierce County Libraries or their school library to download the entry forms, make copies of their submissions, or submit online. Students may also submit entries by mail to Pierce County Library System, 3005 112th St. E., Tacoma, WA 98446-2215.

Judges will review writing entries on the basis of originality, style, general presentation, grammar, spelling and evidence of skill appropriate for the writer’s age. They will review art entries on the basis of composition, evidence of skill commensurate with the age of the artist, creativity and effective use of media. Published authors, professional artists and photographers select the final winning pieces.

The Library System will announce all of the winning entries in a special publication and distribute copies throughout Pierce County Libraries and to the winning students’ schools. Pierce County Library Foundation will award cash prizes of $50 to $100 to winners in three age groups: seventh and eighth grade, ninth and 10th grade and 11th and 12th grade in all four categories.

Contest winners will feature their work in an awards ceremony at Pacific Lutheran University at 12180 Park Ave. S. in Tacoma on Wednesday, May 27.

Visit expressions.pcls.us for more information about the Our Own Expressions contest and learn about other teen services at www.piercecountylibrary.org/kids-teens/teens/.

Contact: Mary Getchell, Marketing and Communications Director
Office: 253-548-3428; cell: 253-229-4477


About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 614,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and is funded primarily through property taxes. People may choose from 1.1 million books, movies and other materials as well as nearly half a million online/downloadable materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities or who are homebound, and to children in child care centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at the Pierce County Library Administrative Center, Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
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