How to Submit Your Work to DAA

Step-by-Step Submission Process

1. Create Your Account — Visit https://dynamicart.org and register with your email. You'll need to provide your name, grade level, and school.
2. Choose Your Category — Select from Digital Art, Drawing & Painting, Photography, or Video. See category details.
3. Select Your Division — Junior (G6–8), Senior (G9–12), or University.
4. Upload Your Work — Follow the file format and size guidelines for your category.
5. Write Your Artist Statement — A brief 100–300 word description of your work, inspiration, and creative process.
6. Pay the Entry Fee — $20 per entry via secure online payment. See fees info.
7. Review and Submit — Double-check everything and click Submit!

File Format Requirements

Digital Art & Drawing/Painting

• Formats: JPEG, PNG, or TIFF
• Resolution: Minimum 300 DPI recommended
• Max file size: 50MB

Photography

• Formats: JPEG or PNG
• Minimal post-processing is acceptable; heavy AI generation is not
• Max file size: 50MB

Video

• Formats: MP4 or MOV
• Duration: Up to 5 minutes
• Max file size: 500MB

Tips for a Strong Submission

Your artist statement matters. Judges (including the AI panel) use it to understand context and intent. Be authentic, specific, and concise. Check our digital art tips or photography guidelines for category-specific advice.

Important Dates

The submission deadline for DAA 2026 is November 15, 2026. Results will be announced by December 31, 2026. See the full timeline.