McClellan announces Congressional Art Competition
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U.S. Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-4th District) recently announced the start of the Congressional Art Competition for high school students in the Fourth Congressional District.
Hosted by the Congressional Institute, the annual competition seeks to cultivate artistic talent by challenging participants to create their own original piece of art. The winning artist will have their work displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year and will be invited to Washington, D.C. to meet with McClellan and attend the annual award ceremony.
“I am excited to kick off my congressional district programs with the Congressional Art Competition,” said McClellan. “This competition is a fantastic opportunity for young artists to express themselves and showcase their artistic capabilities. I have every confidence that high school students in Virginia’s Fourth will produce incredible work, and I look forward to seeing their submissions.”
The competition is open to any high school student (grades 9-12) who lives in Virginia’s Fourth Congressional District, which includes the eastern half of Henrico County. Artwork must be original, two-dimensional, and created solely by the participating student. McClellan will convene a panel of local judges to help determine the 2023 winner.
The deadline to submit entries is May 1 by 4:30 p.m. Read the full rules and eligibility requirements for the 2023 competition on the U.S. House website. For details, visit McClellan’s website.
