Every painting tells a story.
Discover the creativity of Tobago’s secondary school students as they capture the island’s beauty, culture and spirit through original works of art.
About the Competition
A Legacy of Creativity
Established in 2012 by the Office of the Chief Secretary, Tobago House of Assembly, the competition recognises and nurtures the artistic talents of Tobago’s secondary school students while celebrating the island’s people, culture and heritage.
Over the years, it has become one of Tobago’s leading youth programmes, with winning works exhibited across Trinidad and Tobago, including the A.N.R. Robinson International Airport.
In 2025, a film component was introduced, expanding opportunities for students to tell Tobago’s stories through painting and film.
The competition celebrates Tobago’s culture, heritage, environment and identity through creative storytelling while encouraging innovation, critical thinking and technical skill across traditional and digital media.
Through these opportunities, the competition supports the continued growth of arts and creative education, empowering young creatives to develop their talents, share their perspectives and contribute to Tobago’s vibrant cultural landscape.
We understand that love for Tobago, and by extension country, must be cultivated early to remain strong. After all, it is from these foundations that passionate and responsible citizens emerge.
Featured Artwork
Explore Winning Entries by Tobago’s Young Artists
Competition Details
Everything You Need to Know
How the Competition Works
The competition is open to students enrolled in Tobago’s secondary schools. Each year, participants are invited to create original artworks inspired by the annual competition theme, showcasing their creativity, technical skill and unique interpretation.
Students submit one original artwork using approved artistic media. Entries are independently judged on:
- Visual Impact
- Presentation
- Relevance to the Theme
- Composition
- Execution, Skills & Technique
- Originality
Annual Competition Timeline
The competition follows an annual cycle:
- September – Competition Launch
- September–October – Submission Period
- October–November – Judging
- November–December – Awards Ceremony & Calendar Launch
Participating Schools
- Goodwood High School
- goodwood.sec@fac.edu.tt
- (868) 299-0780 / 782-3736
- Mason Hall Secondary School
- masonhall.sec@fac.edu.tt
- (868) 635-0449 / 285-9118
- Roxborough Secondary School
- roxborough.sec@fac.edu.tt
- (868) 299-0779 (Ext. 2200/2201)
- Scarborough Secondary School
- scarborough.sec@fac.edu.tt
- (868) 639-2467 / 639-4093
- Signal Hill Secondary School
- signalhill.sec@fac.edu.tt
- (868) 639-3407 / 285-9120 (Ext. 300/391)
- Speyside High School
- speyside.sec@fac.edu.tt
- (868) 299-0765 / 660-4201
- Harmon's S.D.A. School
- harmonschool@gmail.com
- (868) 396-0963
- Pentecostal Light & Life Foundation High School
- lightandlifepentecostal.sec@fac.edu.tt
- (868) 285-9122 (Ext. 591)
- Bishop's High School
- bishophightobago.sec@fac.edu.tt bhs.tgo@gmail.com
- (868) 285-9119
Winning Artwork & Exhibition
The top twelve winning artworks are featured in the Chief Secretary’s Annual Calendar, with the overall winning artwork appearing on the calendar cover.