The Hindu Society of North Carolina (HSNC) invites artists of all ages to participate in the “Our Ganapati – Beloved Lord” Art Competition. Celebrate Lord Ganesha by expressing his divine essence through your creativity and imagination.
The pandhal decoration theme for this year is “Vithal Vaari.”
Competition Details
Theme: Our Ganapati – Beloved Lord
Submission Deadline: September 12, 2026
Submission Location: HSNC Main Temple
Medium: Any – Paintings, Sculptures, and other artistic forms
Competition Categories
- Elementary School – Grades K–5
- Middle School – Grades 6–8
- High School – Grades 9–12
- Adults – Open, Ages 18+
Prizes
- 1st Place
- 2nd Place
- 3rd Place
- Certificates for all participants
Exhibition & Charity Auction
Selected artworks will be proudly displayed during the HSNC Ganesh Festival. All submitted artworks will become the property of HSNC, and selected pieces will be auctioned.
Proceeds from the charity auction will support the HSNC New Campus Development Fund.
Come express your devotion, celebrate your creativity, and be part of the Ganesh Festival through art!
For More Information
Nilesh – +1 201-314-6946
Parag – +1 919-396-9804
Mahesh – +1 919-454-5448
