35th Messina Hof Texas Artist Wine Label Competition
Information courtesy of | Arts Center of Brazos Valley
The 35th Annual Messina Hof Texas Artist Wine Label Competition is the centerpiece for the 41st Annual Wine & Roses Festival on Saturday, April 26. This year we are inviting artists to depict the theme of “MODERN RENAISSANCE.” These additional words can help guide your creativity: avant-garde, rebirth, breakthrough, timeless, modern-day luxury, and innovation. To us, “Modern Renaissance” speaks to a desire for crafting innovation and beauty within a centuries-old industry. Messina Hof strives to honor its roots and heritage while creating space to grow and pioneer change. Winemaking is a balancing act of tried and true with bold and new.
The Artist Competition has been a part of Messina Hof’s Wine & Roses Festival since 1986 and has continued to foster a connection between Texas art and winemaking for over 35 years. The honor of winning the Artist Competition is decided by the wonderful people attending this long-standing festival. The winning artwork is then transformed into a wine label that will be showcased in Messina Hof’s expansive, and highly awarded,
wine portfolio. The name of the artist and artwork will be featured on the back of the newly designed wine label.
In partnership with the Arts Center of Brazos Valley, Messina Hof aims to support local Texas artists and give back to the arts community. Each entry fee is donated to the Arts Center directly to fund local programs that further young artists’ passion and careers. Messina Hof does not handle these funds in any capacity.
Competition Timeline
Friday, March 7th: Digital artwork submission, application, and fees due online at CallForEntry.org
Friday, March 28th: Finalists notified along with invitation to participate in the Wine & Roses Festival
Friday, April 11th: Finalists framed physical artwork due by 5:00 PM to the Messina Hof Estate in Bryan, TX
Friday, April 25th: Artwork on display at the Spring Wine Release
Saturday, April 26th: Attendees of the Wine & Roses Festival will vote for their favorite artwork
Monday, May 12th: Competition results announced to the public
Friday, May 30th: Remaining artwork must be picked up by 5:00 PM