On February 9, 2026, Wildlife Forever officially announced the winners of the 2025 Songbird Art Contest. Once again, Art World School students achieved outstanding results, earning both first and second place awards in multiple grade categories.
In the K–3rd grade category, Shreya Sriram won first place, while Charlotte Kuo secured second place. In the 4th–6th grade category, Archer Li earned first place, and Melisa Aslan received second place honors. These remarkable achievements highlight the strong artistic foundation and dedication nurtured at Art World School.
Record-Breaking Participation in the 2025 Songbird Art Contest
The 2025 Songbird Art Contest marked the largest year of participation to date. More than 3,500 entries were submitted from 36 countries and 43 U.S. states. This record-breaking turnout made the competition highly competitive and prestigious. The five bird species featured in the 2025 contest included:
- Black-and-White Warbler
- Pinyon Jay
- Purple Finch
- Varied Bunting
- White-breasted Nuthatch
Students were required to submit an original fine art piece in the medium of their choice along with a written composition inspired by their selected bird. This combination of visual art and writing encourages creativity, research skills, and deeper understanding of wildlife conservation.
How Art World School Prepares Students for Art Contests
Art World School students participate in national and international art competitions under the close guidance of experienced teachers and School Director Mimi Yan. The school provides structured support throughout the creative process.
Teachers help students:
- Conduct detailed research on their chosen bird species
- Select the most suitable fine art medium
- Develop strong compositions
- Improve technical skills and artistic accuracy
- Refine their written submissions
Students are encouraged to focus on quality rather than speed. The goal is not only to win awards but also to create artwork they feel proud to include in their personal art portfolios.
Building Lifelong Artistic Skills Through Competition
Preparing for a competition like the Songbird Art Contest involves extensive effort and dedication. Through this process, students significantly improve their drawing, painting, observation, and storytelling skills. The individual guidance provided by the school director and teachers ensures that each student reaches their highest potential.
Art competitions provide valuable experience in discipline, research, creativity, and technical execution. Even beyond awards, students gain confidence and long-term artistic growth.
Continuing the Mission of Art World School
Through participation in prestigious contests such as the 2025 Songbird Art Contest, Art World School continues to fulfill its mission:
“Be inspired, learn life long skills, create something new.”
The 2025 achievements once again demonstrate the school’s commitment to excellence in art education. By nurturing creativity, encouraging research, and guiding students step by step, Art World School empowers young artists to achieve recognition while building skills that last a lifetime.