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Brown Announces Congressional Art Contest Winners

Joanna Kuebler, Press Secretary

Congressman Sherrod Brown (D-Lorain) announced the winners of the 14th Annual Congressional Art Contest. The panel of judges selected Buchtel High School Senior Micah Simon's drawing "Girl with Star Earring," as the Best in Show. Micah will have his work showcased in the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C.

Micah said he attempted to create an updated version of Dutch artist Jan Vermeer's famous painting "Girl with Pearl Earring." "This modern-day version of Vermeer's painting is one that I worked on with excessive determination - especially with the look in her eyes, which follow the viewer as he or she moves around the room." Brown made the announcement during an artist's reception held Sunday, April 17, 2005, at the Art Gallery of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, in Akron.

"I am amazed at the creativity and talent displayed in the artwork," Brown said. "To the teachers, I thank you for the support and guidance you have given these students. Participating in the arts increases overall scholastic performance. I encourage Ohio schools to consider the importance of art education in their budget priorities."

Second Place Overall was awarded to Elyria High School Junior Wendy Knapp for her painting entitled "Flowers and Fruit." Revere High School Junior Jackie Hoelting took third place overall for her collage "Downtown."

The works of art were judged from 118 entries in six categories including: painting, drawing, photography, mixed/collage, print, and computer generated.

As part of a month-long art show at St. Paul's, the artwork will remain on display through Friday, April 29, 2005. The Art Gallery at St. Paul's is free and open to the public Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on weekends from 9 a.m. to noon.

An Artistic Discovery – Local Results

Second Place Overall: Wendy Knapp, Painting Category, Junior at Elyria High School Teacher: Fred Farschman, Title: Flowers and Fruit

Category Winners

1st Painting: Wendy Knapp, 11th Grade, Elyria, Title: Flowers and Fruit
2nd Painting: Paige Goodworth, 12th Grade, Buckey, Title: A Self Portrait
HM Painting: Lisa Vegel, 11th Grade, Buckeye, Title: Orange Glow
HM Painting: Kristin Holliday, 12th Grade, North Ridgeville
1st Computer Generated: Alex Kacr, 12th Grade, North Ridgeville