Haas Hall Academy student wins 2024 Congressional Art Competition
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VAN BUREN, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Rep. Steve Womack (R-AR) announced the winner of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition on April 24.
(Courtesy: Rep. Steve Womack’s office)
According to a press release, this year’s winner is Dylan Gray, a senior at Haas Hall Academy. Gray’s artwork, “Jessica,” will be sent to Washington, D.C. and displayed in the United States Capitol for one year.
“The closer you look, the more interesting I find Dylan’s piece. I’m impressed by his technical skills and how well the mixed media application was accomplished. I congratulate Dylan on the great achievement of winning the 2024 Congressional Art Competition. Soon his work will hang in the halls leading to the People’s House to be admired by members and thousands of visitors to the nation’s capital. As always, I’m proud of the impressive participation from the Third District, which showcases the talent and creativity of the young people of our special community,” Womack said.
There were 58 pieces of art from several high schools in Arkansas’ Third Congressional District.
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Entries were reviewed by a panel of local judges. The judges were:
Victor Gomez, Curatorial Associate, Contemporary Art, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Van Buren Mayor Joe Hurst
Ken Francis, Siloam Springs High School retired art teacher of 23 years
The top 5 finalists were:
1st Place: Dylan Gray, Haas Hall Academy, “Jessica”
2nd Place: Hannah Evans, Arkansas Arts Academy, “Girl with Red Hair”
3rd Place: Vivien Scholl, Haas Hall Academy, “Skyfall”
4th Place: Annika Timboe, Siloam Springs High School, “Annika Timboe”
5th Place: Ayree Maner, Greenwood High School, “A Father’s Love
The release says submissions were also considered for the Patriot Award, which honors a piece that celebrates and artfully represents American ideals. The winner of the Patriot Award went to Leah Drummonds, a junior at Rogers High School for her work, “Long Blue Line.”
The People’s Choice Award winner went to Anna Hagan, a senior at Har-Ber High School, for “Solstice.” The People’s Choice Award was decided by the public through an online vote.
The artwork for the winner, Patriot Award and People’s Choice Award can be seen below.
Winner
Dylan Gray, Haas Hall Academy, “Jessica”
Patriot Award
Leah Drummonds, Rogers High School, “Long Blue Lines”
People’s Choice Award
Anna Hagan, Har-Ber High School, “Solstice”
According to the release, the nationwide contest is held annually to recognize and encourage artistic talent across the United States and in each congressional district.
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