The Rio Grande International Study Center (RGISC) is proud to present the 14th Annual Birds of the Brush Art Contest, a beloved South Texas tradition that celebrates art, wildlife, and community creativity.

Held alongside the annual Laredo Birding Festival, which RGISC has helped organize for over a decade, Birds of the Brush offers students and community members a platform to showcase their talents through paintings, drawings, and photography inspired by the vibrant bird species of the Rio Grande ecosystem.

This year, we are thrilled to share that we received over 300 outstanding entries—a true testament to the passion, creativity, and dedication of artists from our community and surrounding counties. Each piece reflects a deep appreciation for our region’s wildlife and the natural beauty that surrounds us.

Event Details
Date: Thursday, February 5, 2026
Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
Award Ceremony: 7:00 PM
Location: Laredo Center for the Arts
Admission: Free and open to the public

We extend our heartfelt thanks to HEB, our Title Sponsor, for their continued support of arts and environmental education, and to the Laredo Center for the Arts for generously hosting this year’s exhibition.

Join us as we celebrate creativity, conservation, and community at the 14th Annual Birds of the Brush—we can’t wait to see you there!

For more information, please contact Sharone Muñoz at sharone@rgisc.org.