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Congressional Art Contest
Washington, DC,
February 9, 2016
(Washington, DC) – The 34th annual Congressional Art Competition is commencing and Congressman John Carter extends an invitation to all High School students in District 31 to participate.
The 34th annual Congressional Art Competition is commencing and Congressman John Carter extends an invitation to all High School students in District 31 to participate. “I look forward to seeing the work of the talented students in District 31,” said Rep. Carter. “Every year these young men and women demonstrate their artistic abilities through works of art. This competition is a great way to get students involved in the community, test their creativity, and encourage them to further their goals.” About the Art Competition Every spring, high school students from around the nation have the opportunity to enter their artwork in the Annual Congressional Art Competition, An Artistic Discovery. A panel of distinguished artists from each district selects the artwork of one talented artist from each of the 435 Congressional Districts. The winner is awarded two roundtrip airline tickets with accommodations to Washington, D.C. where they will be recognized at the annual award ceremony. Additionally, their artwork will represent the district and will be on display for one year at the U.S. Capitol. An Artistic Discovery features some of the most talented student artists in the nation who submit entries falling under one of the seven following categories: Collage, Computer-Generated Art, Drawing, Mixed Media, Painting, Photograph, and Print. Finalists from each category are selected and one winner is chosen. Since the competition began in 1982, more than 650,000 high school students have participated. How to Compete Students who wish to enter in the Congressional Art Competition should contact their high school counselor and art department for the art submission checklist, artwork guidelines, student release form and list of important dates. Students MUST have a teacher or parent register on their behalf. Each submitted piece of artwork must meet all of the Rules and Regulations. More Information regarding submissions and guidelines visit Congressman Carter’s website. The deadline for this year’s competition is May 4, 2016. ### |