What is FACE?
FACE (Fine Arts Competition & Exhibition) is WorldEd’s global arts experience, bringing together students from different countries to share original work in Visual and Performing Arts.
More than a competition, FACE is a moment of expression, connection, and recognition, where student voices reach real audiences.
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Why Participate?
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Share your work with a global audience
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Build a strong portfolio for future opportunities
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Gain recognition beyond your school
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Be evaluated by international artists
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Represent your school through creativity
Key Dates
FACE IS NOW OPEN
August 26
FACE Day
September 10
Submission Deadline
October 7
Winners announced
How It Works
Step 1 – Start Now
FACE 2026 is already open. Students may begin developing their work and submitting from now on.
Step 2 – Get Inspired
On August 26, participating schools will join FACE Day, a school-based moment where students watch a short message from international artists and begin creating together.
Step 3 – Create & Submit
Develop your artwork at school or at home and upload your final piece by September 10, 2026.
Step 4 – Get Recognized
Selected works will be evaluated by international artists, and finalists will receive global recognition.
Categories
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Performing Arts
Singing, Acting, Dance, Instrumental, Poetry, Short Films
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Visual Arts
Drawing, Painting, Photography, Sculpture, Animation, Crafts
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Participation & Eligibility
Open to WorldEd students and students from other schools worldwide. It is free to participate.
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Elementary: Grade 1–5
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Middle School: Grade 6–8
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High School: Grade 9–12
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Submissions from non-eligible participants will not be reviewed or accepted.
Submission Guidelines
Entries:
Students may submit 1 piece of artwork per category (maximum of 2 total submissions if participating in both categories)
Categories:
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Performing Arts: Singing, Dancing, Acting, Short Films, Instrumental Performances, Poetry Recitals.
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Visual Arts: Animations, Drawings, Paintings, Photography, Crafts, Sculptures
Theme:
Artwork must dialogue with the theme: Perspectives - Different Ways of Seeing the World.
Artist Statement (required, max 6 sentences):
Explain how your piece connects to the theme, including its inspiration, meaning, and the artistic choices you made. Share any background or story that helps explain its connection to this year’s theme.
Submission Format & Content Standards
Format:
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Individual entries only
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Maximum length: 3 minutes (video or performance)
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File size: up to 100 MB (for larger files, include a view-only external link)
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Submissions outside of the required format will be disqualified
Language:
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Submissions must be in English
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If your work is in another language, then you must provide subtitles/titles, descriptions, audio/lyrics, and the Artistic Statement in English
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Submissions without these will not be accepted
Content:
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Absolutely no hate speech, explicit sexual content, or unlawful material
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When referencing cultures or communities, provide respectful context
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Avoid stereotypes, misrepresentation, or cultural appropriation
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WorldEd is not responsible for the content submitted by participants, and entries may be disqualified if rules are not followed
Originality & Rights
Your Voice, Your Stage
When you submit your work, you’re giving WorldEd the honor to share, publish, and showcase your art in promoting both the event and your creative vision, anytime, anywhere. This is your chance to let your art reach wider audiences and inspire others!
Original Work Only
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Share your own authentic creations, your ideas, your perspective
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Plagiarism or unauthorized use will not be accepted
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You must hold the rights to everything you submit
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Reproductions or adaptations (like covers) are welcome if you credit the original creator clearly
AI-Free Zone
We want to celebrate human creativity in its truest form. For that reason, AI-generated or AI-assisted content is not allowed—whether text, images, audio, or video. This stage is about your artistic expression.
Recognition
Top 3 by Grade Level (Elementary, Middle, High)
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Certificate
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Written feedback from international artists
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Recommendation letter
Global Winners by Grade Level (Elementary, Middle, High)
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1 Best Performing Arts (USD Gift card)
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1 Best Visual Arts (USD Gift card)
Student Leaders
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Certificate
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Recommendation letter
Coordinators
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Certificate
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LinkedIn recognition
Every student who submits an artwork will receive an official U.S. Certificate of Participation issued by WorldEd School, recognizing their contribution to this international initiative.
Evaluation Criteria
Creativity & Originality
Uniqueness of the concept and artistic expression.
Technical Skill
Mastery of medium, composition, and execution.
Theme Connection
Clear and meaningful link to the theme, as explained in the artist’s paragraph.
Emotional Impact
Ability to engage, inspire, or provoke thought.
Presentation Quality
Clarity, completeness, and professionalism of submission.
Have questions?
Please contact us at community@wk12.org
Singing, Dancing, Acting, Short Films with Actors, Instrumental Performances,
and Poetry recitation
PERFORMING ARTS
Animation, Drawing, Painting, Photography, Short Films Without Actors, Crafts, and Sculpture
VISUAL ARTS
Show us your Making of
Who share the making of content of their submissions will have an additional chance to win. The top three making of videos will each receive a $20 gift card. This is a great opportunity to showcase your creative process and share the journey behind your art.
Meet the Evaluators!
We’re excited to announce our evaluators: Donna Cameron, Professor at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, and Mr. Frost, WorldEd Principal. With extensive artistic expertise, both bring exceptional experience to the table. They will carefully review and select the winning pieces.
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PRIZES
Participants will also receive recognition certificates from WorldEd School, highlighting their artistic achievements and participation in the event.
Participation Certificates
The two winners in each subcategory will receive international gift cards, valid on various platforms and online stores around the world. 1st place - you will win $50 2nd place - will win $25
International Gift Cards
Rules
01. Eligibility
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This event is open to all students who have not yet graduated from high school.
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Participants do not need to be enrolled at WorldEd School but must be current students in high school or below.
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Graduates are not eligible to participate.
02. Registration and Submission
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Participants may submit multiple works in any number of categories and subcategories.
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Each work must be submitted with all required information filled out in the registration form.
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Works must be submitted by the specified deadline.
03. Categories and Subcategories
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Participants must register their works in the correct category and subcategory (Performing Arts or Visual Arts).
04. Originality and Copyright
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All works must be original and created by the participant.
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Copies or plagiarism will not be allowed.
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Participants must own all rights to the submitted materials. Reproductions (such as covers, adaptations, etc.) are allowed only if credit is given to the original creator.
Deadlines:
Start of Registrations
July 1: This is your chance to sign up and start preparing your submission. Ensure you fill out all the necessary information in the registration form.
End of Registrations
September 30: All entries must be submitted by this date. Make sure to finalize and upload your work before the deadline.
Announcement of Winners
October 15: The results will be published on our website and social media channels. Stay tuned to see the outstanding works of art recognized in this competition.