2026 Expedition Patch Design Contest Artwork
Congratulations to the 2026 Nautilus Expedition Art Design Contest Winner, Bailey, and many Honorable Mention designers! Click through to see some of the designs inspired by deep-sea exploration as imagined by talented young artists and explorers worldwide.
Students ages five to eighteen (5-18) were eligible to submit original artwork to be considered for the official Nautilus Expedition Sticker and Patch. The winning design, after minor edits, will be worn by members of the Corps of Exploration during our annual exploration cruises.
Learn more about the art contest, or get creative with our Nautilus creature coloring pages!
Meet the 2026 Nautilus Expedition Original Art Design Contest Winner:
Bailey, age 17, from New Zealand
"I’ve always liked the concept of sonar radars and mapping out the land hidden beneath the ocean. Finding new things hidden from view has always been how I view exploring and being an explorer."
