Gwen Moore Hosts Congressional Art Competition Reception
Washington, DC,
April 30, 2012
This weekend, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) hosted the annual Congressional Art Competition reception in Milwaukee and announced the student winner.
Contact: Nicole Y. Williams or Staci Cox (202) 225- 4572 Gwen Moore Hosts Congressional Art Competition Reception Milwaukee, WI – This weekend, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) hosted the annual Congressional Art Competition reception in Milwaukee and announced the student winner. Every year, student artwork from throughout the country is showcased in the US Capitol. The pieces represent student work from across the nation – the ideas displayed in the artwork as diverse as the artists. “There is an incredible amount of talent within Milwaukee area schools,” said Rep. Moore. “I was proud to not only honor the winner but recognize the many gifted students who submitted their artwork.” This competition is an amazing opportunity for students to showcase their artistic ability. In addition to having her artwork displayed in our nation’s capitol building, the winner was awarded with a certificate and may also be eligible for a scholarship to the Savannah College of Art and Design. The top five winners received a prize of nominal value, and all participants were recognized for their artistic efforts. The winner and a legal guardian were provided with two (2) roundtrip tickets, courtesy of Southwest Airlines, to facilitate transportation to and from Washington, DC. “The 2012 Congressional Art Competition is an exciting prospect for students who are artistically gifted,” said Rep. Moore. “This year’s winners in place order are as follows: Brittny Plizka (South Milwaukee High School), Amy Moy (Rufus King IB High School), Coty Weathersby (Rufus King IB High School), Taylor Krutina (Pius XI High School) and Meghan Sovey (Rufus King IB High School). These outstanding artists have truly exemplified the amazing talent that resides in Milwaukee.” Since the Competition’s founding in 1982 an estimated 690,000 students have entered artwork in district competitions in all fifty states and most territories. ### For More News Updates Follow Gwen Moore on Twitter @RepGwenMoore and Like Gwen Moore on Facebook
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