About Lucien Kapp

Lucien Cyril Kapp (1933–2024) was an artist and lifelong resident of Decatur. He received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree (1955) and a Master of Fine Arts degree (1959) from the University of Illinois. He served in the Navy in 1956–57, spending most of his time in Japan. From 1960 to 1963, he taught art at Millikin University.

His style is representative of Abstract Expressionism. In the 1950s and 1960s, he exhibited work in the annual exhibitions of Central Illinois artists; from 1970 to 1973, he was represented by Oliva Associates, a New York art gallery. His work can be found in several private collections in America and Europe.

Lucien and his wife, Brigitta, have been supporters of the James Millikin Homestead for many decades and it is our honor to host this art competition.

You can learn more about Lucien and explore his art in the book, Lucien C. Kapp: Between the Mur and the Mississippi, which is available at Amazon at this link: https://a.co/d/cleFSMg

How to Enter

Thank you for your interest in the Lucien Kapp Art Competition, held here at the James Millikin Homestead every summer. We will be accepting up to 40 adult entries and 10 high school age entries. Entry Forms and a $25 entry fee is needed by the end of June.

Once we have reached our maximum number of entries, the form will no longer be available. Please read the Official Rules & Guidelines, then click the link for the entry form.

By submitting an entry form, you agree to the Official Rules & Guidelines.

Adult Entry Form

Lucien Kapp Art Competition 2025 - ADULT ENTRY FORM

Entry form for the 2025 Lucien Kapp Art Competition held at the James Millikin Homestead in Decatur, IL.

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Student Entry Form

Lucien Kapp Art Competition 2025 - STUDENT ENTRY FORM

Entry form for the 2025 Lucien Kapp Art Competition held at the James Millikin Homestead in Decatur, IL.

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