Florida Winners
Announced
Exhibition is OPEN
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Florida H.S. Art Awards & Exhibition
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Finalists Announced
We’re thrilled to unveil the 159 finalists selected from over 700 submissions for the first-ever statewide Florida High School Art Awards & Metaverse Exhibition — a groundbreaking celebration of student creativity, innovation, and impact.
With more than $20,000 in scholarships on the line, this immersive, museum-quality exhibition brings together Florida’s most talented young artists in a way that transcends geography and resources. Powered by cutting-edge IMX3 metaverse technology, the platform gives every student the chance to be seen, celebrated, and inspired—no matter where they come from.
This is more than an art show. It’s a movement for access, creativity, and the future of visual arts.
Exhibition Opens: May 2
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Let’s push the boundaries of what’s possible—together.
Our Deepest Thanks to the Visionaries Who Make This Possible
We gratefully acknowledge the generous support of our founding benefactors, whose vision and commitment to youth, the arts, and community impact have made the SACSN High School Art Awards & Metaverse Exhibition possible:
Anonymous Benefactor
Clive Davis – Legendary Music Executive, Art Collector, and Philanthropist
Martin Margulies – Internationally Renowned Art Collector and Patron
Simon de Pury – Global Art Tastemaker, Auctioneer, and Advocate for Emerging Artists
George Condo – Celebrated Contemporary Artist
Children’s Healthcare Charity, Inc.
PGA Tour Charities
The Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches
Together, they are helping build a national platform where creativity is recognized, opportunity is accessible, and student artists can thrive—regardless of background or geography.
About the Exhibition
The SACSN High School Art Awards & IMX3 Metaverse Exhibition is a first-of-its-kind national showcase redefining what’s possible in student arts. This groundbreaking virtual gallery merges next-generation technology with raw, creative talent—bringing high school art to life in a fully immersive, museum-quality experience that anyone can explore, from anywhere in the world. Powered by IMX3’s patent-pending platform, the exhibition delivers stunning visual detail in a walkable metaverse environment—accessible on any device, with no downloads or barriers. Created in partnership with SACSN Arts, IMX3 Technology, and the FATVillage Metaverse, the initiative was built to break down walls—removing limits of geography, cost, and access. Finalists are selected through an elite juried process led by world-class artists, curators, and collectors, ensuring a platform that champions excellence, celebrates diversity, and elevates the voices of the next generation.
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Meet The
Selection Committe Chair
Michael McGinnis former President and CEO of Phillips Auction House and current partner of Mnuchin Gallery in New York City.
McGinnis joined the Auction House in 1999, when he left Christie’s to found the contemporary art department at Phillips. Under his guidance, the company has set auction records for artists such as Jean-Michel Basquiat, Damien Hirst and Ed Ruscha.
He joined the Mnuchin Gallery as a partner in March 2016. The Gallery is recognized for its thoughtfully curated, carefully researched exhibitions, each documented with a scholarly publication. Its programming includes solo and two-person shows by some of the most influential figures of Abstract Expressionism, Minimalism, and Color Field painting, including John Chamberlain, Ellsworth Kelly, Willem de Kooning, Donald Judd, Helen Frankenthaler, Morris Louis, and Robert Motherwell. The gallery has also collaborated with leading contemporary artists, such as El Anatsui, David Hammons, Sean Scully, Cindy Sherman, Lynda Benglis and Christine Ay Tjoe. In recent years, Mnuchin Gallery has reintroduced a number of historically under-recognized artists to a broader audience, with major exhibitions by Ed Clark, Sam Gilliam, Simon Hantai, Kazuo Shiraga, Alma Thomas, Betty Blayton and Mary Lovelace O'Neal which have contributed to important reevaluations of these artist’s legacies. In addition, the gallery is known for its thematic presentations, such as Casting Modernity: Bronze in the XXth Century, David Hammons: Five Decades, Chamberlain/De Kooning, Minimalism & Beyond, REDS, De Kooning: Five Decades, The Art of Marriage: Frankenthaler & Motherwell and Church & Rothko: Sublime.
"Metaverse technology is revolutionizing how art is taught, learned, created, and shared—unlocking infinite possibilities."
- Michael McGinnis
Educational Programming
Kylie Elizabeth McGinnis
Director of Art Education & Programming
Ms. McGinnis holds a Master of Science in Art Education, a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art, and a Bachelor of Japanese Language, all from Florida State University. She is a nationally recognized, award-winning artist and is certified to teach K-12. She is also an alumna of the prestigious Dreyfoos School of the Arts.
Florida High School Art Awards
Teachers are invited to nominate their student artists. We seek submissions from talented high school artists who are passionate about pursuing art in college and as a career. Selected finalists work will be featured in the Florida High School Metaverse Exhibition taking place from May 2 - 9, 2025.
Submission closes February 26th.
Our Mission:
The SACSN ARTS program provides engaging, innovative and uplifting experiences that support many diverse families, children, young adults, and communities that we serve through our alliance of oprhanages, children’s hospitals and community centers.
Our Programs:
The Arts are utilized to transform any environment and create opportunity for expression, connection and self-identity. SACSN ARTS is committed to engageing high-quality arts learning through a variety of art media.