Deadline fast approaching for Collectible Conservation Stamp art contest

The deadline for submissions for the 2024 Wyoming Game and Fish Department Collectible Conservation Stamp art contest is fast approaching. 

According to Game and Fish Public Information Specialist Christina Schmidt, this is the 40th year of the contest. Each year, a new species is featured. This year, the beaver has been selected and the winning image will be featured on the 2024 collectible conservation stamp. 

During a recent appearance on Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse program, Schmidt informed listeners that the winning image will be not only seen but collected by members of the public. 

Entries must be received by the Game and Fish Headquarters in Cheyenne by 5 p.m. March 31. The rulebook is online now for artists. 

This year also features a student contest. Find the rules here. 

Submissions will be carefully evaluated by Game and Fish biologists for anatomical accuracy of the animal and ecological correctness of any habitat found in Wyoming. Artwork may be multi-color or black and white. It must consist of a two-dimensional design, meaning it must be some form of ink, pencil or paint. Image size of entry must be 18 inches in height by 24 inches in width, drawn in a horizontal format. 

Photographs, sculptures or other three-dimensional submissions will not be accepted. All artwork must be the artist’s original creation. 

The fee is $30 per entry. The top five receive a monetary award, including $3,500 for the winner, $2,000 for second place, $1,000 for third place, $500 for fourth place and $250 for fifth place. The winning stamp will have 230 limited edition prints made, which can be purchased through the Game and Fish Store.