The Sharon Gilchrist Foundation Christmas Card Art Contest
Sharon Gilchrist, a talented artist and beloved member of her community, began her journey in acrylic and oil painting in 2002 after retiring from her family business, Door Controls USA. One of her earliest paintings earned third place at the Van Zandt County Fair, setting the stage for a passionate exploration of nature, animals, and eventually, her favorite subject: Christmas. Sharon's unique style blended traditional holiday themes with a Western flair, often featuring iconic figures like John Wayne, saloon ladies, and charming depictions of a little cowboy and cowgirl.
For over 15 years, Sharon delighted her family, friends, teachers, business colleagues, and an ever-growing circle of recipients with annual Christmas cards that showcased her artwork. Each card featured a new painting, making her art an integral part of her cherished holiday tradition.
Although Sharon passed away in 2015, her family honors her creative legacy by continuing this tradition. In her memory, they have established the Sharon Gilchrist Foundation Christmas Card Art Contest for Van ISD students. The winning artwork will grace the cover of the 2024 Door Controls USA Christmas card, sent to thousands of people around the world, celebrating young talent and Sharon's enduring love for art and Christmas.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Open to students of all ages attending Van ISD this year. It must be
ORIGINAL artwork. Accepted mediums include acrylics, oils, watercolor,
chalk, pencil, colored pencil, or digital. It can be vertical or horizontal,
but rectangular more than square. (Card is 5.5 x 8.5 vertical or
horizontal so proportion artwork accordingly).
DEADLINE: October 25th, 2024
SUBMISSION FORM: Download and print out the form. Parental consent is required. Tape the completed form to the back of the artwork.
ART DROP OFF LOCATION: Door Controls USA, 321 VZCR 4500, Ben Wheeler.
JUDGING: October 28th, 2024 through November 1st, 2024
WINNER ANNOUNCED: TBD
PRIZES: 1st Place - $100 Amazon Gift Card
2nd Place - $50 Amazon Gift Card
3rd Place - $25 Amazon Gift Card
CONTACT: Katrina Carrizalez (800) 437-3667 Ext.1079
kcarrizalez@doorcontrolsusa.com