Below, we explain the logistical details, and, for inspiration, list some of the most popular topics teenagers wrote about for our contest. But if you would like to better understand what “illustration” means in this context, we suggest you check out the professional artists who publish in The Times. For starters, scroll through The Year in Illustration 2017, which showcases wonderful work and explains that: “Every year The New York Times commissions thousands of original illustrations from independent artists around the globe. • If you use words in your piece, please make sure they are in black so they show up well in print. • Please send your work to us via our email at LNFeedback@nytimes.com, with the subject line “Illustration” by 6 p.m. Eastern on Wednesday, May 16.

Source: New York Times May 03, 2018 16:30 UTC