Annual contest open to all

By Michelle Metzger

CC Young, a premier, non-profit senior living community in East Dallas, has announced its call for art and writing entries for the 24th annual 2024 Spirit is Ageless Art & Writing Contest. CC Young residents and the general public, age 55 and better, are invited to submit their original art and writing creations. Online registration begins Thursday, Aug. 1. Original submissions will be accepted on Tuesday and Wednesday, Aug. 20 and 21 at The Point on the CC Young campus, located at 4847 West Lawther Drive in Dallas. 

The Spirit is Ageless show will be on display at The Point from Aug. 24 through Oct. 25. A Winners’ reception featuring guest speaker Christopher J. Miller, artist and author of “The Spiritual Artist: We are designed to create,” will be held Friday, Oct. 25 from 2-4 p.m.

 To be eligible, the art must have been completed at age 55 or better and created by the person entering the piece. CC Young residents are limited to entering two (2) pieces and there is no cost. All others are limited to entering one (1) complimentary piece and may enter one (1) additional piece of art for a $10 entrance fee, which must be paid at the time of art delivery/drop off. Art will be accepted in the following categories: 

• Drawing and illustration (pen, ink, pastel, scratch board)

• Environmental Art

• Group Entry

• Hard crafts and Sculpture (ceramic, glass, pottery)

• Mixed Media

• Painting – acrylic

• Painting – oil and pastel

• Painting – watercolor

• Photography

• Soft Crafts (Decorative)

• Soft Crafts (Sewing)

• Soft Crafts (Textile)

• Poetry & Prose

• Personal Essay and Short Story

 Full contest details and online entry forms are available at ccyoung.org/events. Additional information is available by contacting Angela Castillo at [email protected] or 214-841-2831.

 “As we strive to ‘Go for the Gold’ in 2024, the Spirit Is Ageless Art & Writing Contest perfectly embodies our commitment to whole-person wellness – Body, Mind & Spirit,” Brian Parman, director of The Point & Pavilion at CC Young, said. “Many people in our community discover new talents and creative endeavors later in life, and this annual event celebrates those artistic expressions, proving that age is truly just a number!”

 Since 1999, the Spirit is Ageless Art & Writing Contest has been a unique popular cultural event for the Dallas-Fort Worth and CC Young communities. 

The annual contest, art gallery show and public celebration of artists and writers has served to unite the North Texas area in highlighting original works of art in 14 categories, showcasing each participant’s ageless artistry, ability to grow and thrive, and willingness to share their creativity and talents with the public, regardless of one’s stature. 

All levels of talent are welcome to participate.

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