LIMAS 2026 Was Sold Out!

On March 27, 2026, Five Towns College welcomed over 500 students from 19 Long Island high schools for a full day of creativity, connection, and celebration. LIMAS 2026 brought together emerging artists, filmmakers, photographers, animators, and digital creators for screenings, exhibitions, presentations, workshops, and awards—transforming the campus into a vibrant showcase of student talent.

2026 Award Winners

• 2D Digital Art (Abstract) — Joshua Rodas, Bellport High School — Contained Light
• 2D Digital Art (Representational) — Zhiqian Zhang, Plainview-Old Bethpage JFK High School — lull of the tides
• Animation — Benjamin Krieger, Patchogue-Medford High School — Noir in the Wall
• Photography — Jillian Heuer, Northport High School — Firebird
• Alternative Film — Jeff Raynor, Northport High School — Through Forgotten Doorways
• Narrative Film — John Zatwarnicki, Locust Valley High School — Carne
• Documentary / Non-Fiction Film — Ethan Gelson, Long Beach High School — The Cost of Racing: No Second Chances

A Day of Creative Discovery

The Long Island Media Arts Show is more than an awards event—it’s an educational conference and juried exhibition designed to inspire the next generation of creators. Students experienced a dynamic day of presentations, workshops, demonstrations, screenings, and exhibitions, while engaging directly with creative technologies and professional practices across disciplines.

From film and animation screenings in the Performing Arts Center to photography and digital art exhibitions, LIMAS offers students a real-world glimpse into creative education and careers.

Thank You

Thank you to all of the students who submitted work and attended LIMAS 2026, and to the educators and high schools whose support makes this level of creativity possible. Your passion, dedication, and talent are what make this event so special each year.

Continue Your Creative Journey at FTC

Take the next step this summer with the FTC Pre-College Summer Program.

Earn college credit while exploring hands-on creative courses in areas like film, animation, media, music, and more—working with professional equipment and learning from experienced faculty in a true college environment.

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