Crane Poster Contest and Crane Sculptures
Want to put your artistic talent to work protecting wildlife habitat in Teton Valley? The Greater Yellowstone Crane Festival poster contest is now open and crane sculptures are now available for pick up. From its inception, the Greater Yellowstone Crane Festival has incorporated artistic components, which can serve as a means of connecting with cranes. From art shows, to dance performances, to artist workshops, the festival has always included elements of art.
Each year, a poster design contest is held, and the winning artwork represents the festival in all of our outreach. Artists are invited to submit original artwork and are encouraged to sign their work. The artwork that is chosen will be printed on posters as well as merchandise such as hats, T-shirts, and totes. The winning artist will be awarded $250 and will receive a framed copy of the poster as well as several souvenir items featuring their work. This year’s submission window is open until April 13th, 2025. Application and complete guidelines can be found by HERE.
New this year, we are so excited to announce, the winning artwork will be featured on a Grand Teton Brewing label available during the summer and fall of 2025.
Teton Regional Land Trust is excited to provide a creative, community art project again at this year’s Crane Festival. Life-size wooden crane sculptures are available for artists and community members to design. The completed sculptures will be auctioned off at the Greater Yellowstone Crane Festival on Saturday, September 20 at the community celebration. Proceeds from the auction will help support crane habitat conservation in Teton Valley. These unique cranes are meant to be displayed outdoors, so make sure to use materials that can withstand the outdoor environment. Sculptures were generously created and donated by Carla Gust Nordlinder, Katie Green, and Rebecca Shank. Thank you ladies! Please call or email Mandy Crane to reserve your sculpture.