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Los Gatos Today
By the People, for the People
Peninsula Students Shine in Record-Breaking High School Art Show
97 student artists from Santa Clara County featured in prestigious NUMU exhibition
Published on Mar. 8, 2026
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Numerous students from Peninsula-area high schools are among the 97 artists whose work has been chosen for ArtNow 2026, the annual juried show at New Museum Los Gatos (NUMU) for high school students in Santa Clara County. This year's exhibition is the largest on record for the prestigious annual event.
Why it matters
The ArtNow show provides a valuable platform for talented high school artists to showcase their skills and gain recognition. With a record number of submissions, this year's exhibition highlights the depth of artistic talent in the Peninsula region and underscores the importance of arts education and opportunities for young creatives.
The details
ArtNow 2026 features a diverse array of media, including painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, and mixed media. The works were selected by a panel of professional artists and arts educators through a competitive jurying process. The exhibition will be on display at NUMU in Los Gatos from March 15 to April 30, 2026.
- The ArtNow 2026 exhibition will be on display from March 15 to April 30, 2026.
The players
New Museum Los Gatos (NUMU)
A contemporary art museum located in Los Gatos, California that hosts the annual ArtNow juried exhibition for high school students in Santa Clara County.
The takeaway
The record-breaking ArtNow 2026 exhibition at NUMU showcases the exceptional artistic talent of high school students in the Peninsula region, underscoring the importance of arts education and providing a valuable platform for young creatives to gain recognition and showcase their skills.
