Rain Barrel Art Project 2021
The Project
The Rain Barrel Art Project was created to promote the use of rain barrels throughout the Ohio River Valley through a creative and educational medium. The project is now in its 8th year.
Rain barrels continue to grow in popularity across the country. However, one of its biggest drawbacks is their dull appearance. Some people are less likely to use them given the lack of aesthetic value they offer to residential and commercial landscaping, even though they conserve water and save money. We believe that producing beautiful artistic rain barrels that have unique painted details will make them more desirable and naturally promote their use.
The Rain Barrel Art Project is designed to educate people on environmental issues like storm water runoff, watersheds and water conservation.
2021 Project Timeline
Nov. 9, 2020 to Jan. 14, 2021 - Entry Period (Click here to access the entry form) - The entry period is now closed.
Jan. 18 to Jan. 22 - Selection Period
Feb 4 - Virtual Artist Workshop
Feb 6 - Rain Barrel Pick Up @ The Cincinnati Zoo
Feb. 6 to Mar. 26 - Painting Period
March 26, 27 & 29 - Rain Barrel Drop-off @ The Cincinnati Zoo
April 1 to April 30 - Rain Barrels Displayed @ The Cincinnati Zoo
April 20- April 30 - Rain Barrel Art Online Auction
April 22 - Artist Reception
How do I participate?
1. Go to the entry form and submit your idea for approval. - The entry period is now closed.
2. If your design is approved, attend the artist workshop on February 6th.
3. Pick up your rain barrel at the end of the workshop.
4. Return your rain barrel by March 30 and visit it at the Cincinnati Zoo.
What happens after I return the barrel?
1. Barrels are displayed throughout the Zoo between April 1 and April 30.
2. Barrels will be auctioned online. Auction dates TBD.
3. The money raised from the auction will be used for environmental education at SaveLocalWaters.org and at the Zoo.
The Rain Barrel Art Project was created to promote the use of rain barrels throughout the Ohio River Valley through a creative and educational medium. The project is now in its 8th year.
Rain barrels continue to grow in popularity across the country. However, one of its biggest drawbacks is their dull appearance. Some people are less likely to use them given the lack of aesthetic value they offer to residential and commercial landscaping, even though they conserve water and save money. We believe that producing beautiful artistic rain barrels that have unique painted details will make them more desirable and naturally promote their use.
The Rain Barrel Art Project is designed to educate people on environmental issues like storm water runoff, watersheds and water conservation.
2021 Project Timeline
Nov. 9, 2020 to Jan. 14, 2021 - Entry Period (Click here to access the entry form) - The entry period is now closed.
Jan. 18 to Jan. 22 - Selection Period
Feb 4 - Virtual Artist Workshop
Feb 6 - Rain Barrel Pick Up @ The Cincinnati Zoo
Feb. 6 to Mar. 26 - Painting Period
March 26, 27 & 29 - Rain Barrel Drop-off @ The Cincinnati Zoo
April 1 to April 30 - Rain Barrels Displayed @ The Cincinnati Zoo
April 20- April 30 - Rain Barrel Art Online Auction
April 22 - Artist Reception
How do I participate?
1. Go to the entry form and submit your idea for approval. - The entry period is now closed.
2. If your design is approved, attend the artist workshop on February 6th.
3. Pick up your rain barrel at the end of the workshop.
4. Return your rain barrel by March 30 and visit it at the Cincinnati Zoo.
What happens after I return the barrel?
1. Barrels are displayed throughout the Zoo between April 1 and April 30.
2. Barrels will be auctioned online. Auction dates TBD.
3. The money raised from the auction will be used for environmental education at SaveLocalWaters.org and at the Zoo.
