WASHINGTON D.C. U.S. Representative Louie Gohmert (TX-01) announced the winners of the annual district wide art contest An Artistic Discovery" during a reception held at Tyler Junior College. East Texas students of high schools from all over the 1st Congressional District were invited to submit their original work as part of a competition held across the nation. Professors from local colleges served as judges for the competition.
FIRST PLACE - Mara Hartsell of Marshall Junior at Texas Early College High School for Sleipner Pencil Drawing
Miss Hartsell will be honored by having her work displayed in the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington D.C. Additionally she will be awarded an Artistic Honors Scholarship and have the opportunity to travel to Washington D.C. to attend the national reception and view her artwork in the Capitol next summer.
SECOND PLACE Rachel Graham of Tyler Junior at All Saints Episcopal School for Marie Graphite Drawing
THIRD PLACE Blake Caldarera of Longview Senior at Spring Hill High for Desert Juxtaposition Oil Paint and Colored Pencil Piece
Second and third place finalists are invited to display their art in the offices of Representative Gohmert in Washington D.C. and Tyler respectively.
HONORABLE MENTION - Kory Prince of Bullard Senior at Bullard High School for Untitled Acrylic Ink and Color Pencil Piece
Mr. Prince received a special certificate from Rep. Gohmert in recognition of his winning artwork.
Congressman Gohmert congratulated the contest participants saying It is such a delight to see the marvelous talent of our students showcased through their unique artistic creations. The display of creativity from our young artists is truly inspiring and their works will continue to bless others as the pieces hang in the Capitol and in our offices in Washington D.C. and East Texas. We are so proud of everyone who participated and hope this event will encourage these artists to continue to develop their gifts.
