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Posey Announces 2010 Congressional Art Competition Winners
Melbourne,
May 17, 2010
The Osceola Center for the Arts hosted Congressman Bill Posey’s first Congressional Art Competition, titled ‘An Artistic Discovery,’ for high school students on Saturday, May 15th. The competition drew an amazing 84 entries from students across the 15th Congressional District which encompasses Osceola, Brevard, Indian River and Polk Counties.
“At the root of all success in life lies creativity,” said Congressman Posey. “I’m proud of the effort put forth by every student who accepted the challenge and entered the competition this year. Central Florida is home to some truly talented young artists.” “I want to thank everyone who helped coordinate and sponsor the competition; Brevard Culture Alliance, Bright House Networks, Art Expressions, Southwest Airlines and Savannah College of Art and Design. I also want to thank the judges and of course the staff of the Osceola Center for the Arts for volunteering their time to inspire a new generation of young artists,” added Posey. The Congressional Art Competition began in 1982 to provide an opportunity for members of Congress to encourage and recognize the artistic talents of their young constituents. Since then, over 650,000 high school students have been involved with the nation-wide competition. “This is a great example of community spirit and involvement for visual arts in Florida’s 15th District, with the combined efforts of Congressman Posey, his staff, the teachers, sponsors and these talented students – over 80 pieces of artwork were on display,” said Director of Visual Arts, Jules Davidson. Osceola State Representative Mike Horner (FL District 79), who was in attendance on Saturday morning, added, “I am so pleased to learn that the students were given this opportunity and that two Osceola County students have been awarded national recognition!” “It is delightful to see the inspiration of the student’s heart and spirit on display for this event,” said Artist/Judge, Cathy Ferrell. Winner’s List: 1st Place Mariana Silva, Painting – ‘Secrets’, Osceola County School for the Arts, (Osceola County), Teacher Patricia Calderon – View ‘Secrets’ Here 2nd Place Federico Landaeta, Mixed Media – ‘Peeled’, Osceola County School for the Arts, (Osceola County), Teacher Patricia Calderon – View ‘Peeled’ Here 3rd Place Ashley Condon, Digital Photography – ‘Paths of New Beginnings’, Merritt Island High School (Brevard County), Teacher, Gregory Leary – View ‘Paths of New Beginnings’ Here Honorable Mentions: Haley Rivero, ‘Abstract’, St. Edwards School (Indian River County), Teacher, Anne Whitney Maggie Hall, ‘Mid-Summer Day Dream’, Merritt Island High School (Brevard County), Teacher, Greg Leary Calvin Jackson, ‘Self Portrait’, Rockledge High School (Brevard County), Teacher, Marlyn Foell Margo Kane, ‘Landscape’, St. Edwards School (Indian River County), Teacher, Anne Whitney |
