2027 Bettie Awards

The Elizabeth Barker Delaplaine Award for Young Artists recognizes young artists residing or attending school in Frederick County, Maryland. This annual award program celebrates Youth Art Month with cash prizes and an exhibition running March 6–April 25, 2027. Awards will be presented March 6, 2027, at 2 pm.

Applicants must reside or attend school in Frederick County, Maryland, and be in grades 9–12; public, private, and homeschooled students are eligible. All media are eligible, including but not limited to painting, printmaking, photography, ceramics, drawing, and sculpture. Application materials listed are artwork/portfolio and application forms. There are no application, participation, or additional fees. Awards: Grand Prize $1,000; other Bettie Award winners $100 each; People's Choice $250. The program also includes an exhibition.