Welcome to the Zoo Art competition hosted by the Zoological Society and Louisiana Tech University School of Design. This event is a fundraiser to rebuild the catwalk. Join us for a day of creativity, inspiration, and art at the zoo on Saturday, November 14, 2026.
Click this link to Register for this event.
All entry fees must be paid to Louisiana Zoological Society on or before the day of the event. Pay online through the link above prior to the event or at the front gate of the Zoo as you enter.
Registration Categories and Fees:
(Entry is $10.00 off for all adults with a zoo membership)
- Adult Artist (18+): $25.00
- Teen Artist (junior high and high school): $15.00
- Young Artist (5th grade-3rd grade): $10.00
- Tiny Artist (2nd grade and below): $10.00
Event Details:
- Saturday, November 14, 2026 8 AM through 3:30 PM
- Check in At the front gate to have your canvas stamped. Watercolor paper will also be allowed.
- Each artist will draw an animal subject from the basket to paint. (Zoo scenes may also be painted)
- Each artist will provide their own supplies except for the younger and tiny artist categories. The Zoological Society will provide Supplies for the younger and tiny artist Categories.
Schedule:
- 8 AM check in at the front gate. Get your canvas stamped and received your title card. Find your location and set up.
- 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM Art-Making
- 3:30 PM p.m. to 4:15 PM Artwork will be judged
- 4:30 PM Awards ceremony
- 4:45 PM drop off artwork at education building to display
Questions can be emailed to:
- Zoo Society - LPZS@yahoo.com
- Monica Boudreaux - Mbdreaux@yahoo.com
- Tina Miller - durhamtinak@gmail.com
- Daniel Moore - dmoore@latech.edu