Rep. Austin Scott, US Representative for Georgia's 8th District | Official U.S. House headshot
Rep. Austin Scott, US Representative for Georgia's 8th District | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Representative Austin Scott (GA-08) recently announced the 2024 Congressional Art Competition winners. All participants were honored at an exhibit and awards ceremony at the Syd Blackmarr Arts Center.
"Congratulations to the winners of this year's Congressional Art Competition," Scott said. "The talent among these young students always blows me away, and I thank everyone for participating."
The first place prize went to Coffee County High School student Ariella Ramos for her piece “La Bestia.” It will be displayed in the United States Capitol building for a year alongside artwork from every Congressional district across the country.
Second place went to Tift County High School student Antron Johnson for his piece, “A Search for Peace,” and third place went to Houston County High School student Harley Tye Mitchell for her piece, “Empathy.”
The People’s Choice Award, which goes to the most-liked photo of submissions on Facebook, was awarded to Lowndes High School student Daniela Galindo for her piece “Miamiga Camila.” This will be displayed in Rep. Scott’s Washington, D.C. office for one year.
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.
More information about this annual competition can be found here.
Photos from the awards ceremony at the Syd Blackmarr Arts Center can be found here.
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