2026 Art Contest Update

Once again, we are overwhelmed by the talent and creativity of Palomacy supporters. We received 43 amazing entries this year, with 1,741 votes, for a total of $1,241 raised by the contest. Our donor’s offer of $25 per entry adds an additional $1,075, for a grand total of $2,316! In addition to 13 states in the U.S., submissions came from Mexico, New Zealand, Lithuania, England, Australia, and Germany. Check out the top 10 vote-getting submissions below — click on the image to read the artist’s description of their work. And please click here to see ALL the amazing entries.

Each of these pieces embodies the connection we have with pigeons and doves — a bond that goes back millennia. THANK YOU to all our amazing artists.

1. Pablo

Artist: Rose G., Maplewood, MN

2. Mr. Pigeon Red Shoes

Artist: Ashwina R., Auckland, New Zealand

3. Oreo

Artist: Michelle N., Antioch, CA

4. A Touch of Lavender

Artist: Bradley S., Cape Coral, FL

5. Pharoh’s Pigeons

Artist: Brooklynn MR., Murrieta, CA

6. Feral Pigeon at Jack London Square

Artist: Christopher B., Oakland, CA

7. Morris

Artist: Jen M., Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

8. Dearheart & Revali (TIE)

Artist: Alan C., San Francisco, CA

8. Sky Pigeon (TIE)

Artist: Virginia R., Lakewood, CO

9. Sesame & Chia

Artist: Aislinn K., Park City, UT

10. Big Steppa

Artist: Diego S., Houston, TX

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