Taylor
high school students who live in Michigan’s 12th Congressional District are
invited to participate in the 2018 Congressional Art Competition.
U.S.
Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-12th District) recently announced that the winners will
be displayed in the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. for one year alongside
other first place winners from across the country.
“The
Congressional Art Competition is an opportunity for students around the 12th
District to showcase their artistic talent and represent their communities in
the halls of Congress,” Dingell said. “The talent we see each year in this
competition is truly impressive, and I look forward to seeing the inspiring and
creative works submitted for 2018. When young people have the opportunity to
tap into their creativity, new doors are opened and new paths are discovered,
which is why these programs are so important.”
All
submissions must follow the art competition guidelines and be submitted no
later than 5 p.m. April 17. Artwork can be dropped off at Dingell’s Dearborn
Office at 19855 West Outer Drive, Suite 103-E, or participants may call the
office at 313-278-2936 to arrange for pickup.
The
Congressional Art Competition is a nationwide annual event that allows high
school students from all 50 states, the District of Columbia and territories to
showcase their artistic ability.
The
winning artwork from each Congressional district is displayed in an
eleven-month exhibit in the United States Capitol. The winner and his or her
family members are invited to Washington, D.C. for the unveiling of the
artwork.
Second
and third place submissions will be displayed in Dingell’s Dearborn office for
the next year.
Dingell
will host the Michigan 12th District competition from 2-4 p.m. May 5 at Wayne
County Community College Downriver Campus in Taylor, with a reception following
for students, teachers, families and friends.
Each
framed artwork must be two-dimensional and no larger than 26 inches high, 26
inches wide and 4 inches deep. No framed piece should weigh more than 15
pounds.
Interested
applicants may direct any questions to Donyale Martin at 313-278-2936 or via
email at Donyale.Martin@mail.house.gov.
