NOTE: The 2006 Congressional Art Competition has ended.

Each year, Members of Congress hold contests within their districts to choose winning pieces of art by High School students to be displayed in the Cannon Tunnel of the U.S. Capitol Building, a prominent thoroughfare on Capitol Hill.  This contest is a way of showcasing the artistic and creative talents of young people from across the nation.  As in the past, the winning entry from the Second District will be sent to Washington, D.C., and will be displayed in the halls of the Capitol for one year along with the winning entries from other Congressional Districts from across the country.

Rep. Thelma Drake is proud to continue sponsorship of this contest and to announce this year's winner:

Ms. Elizabeth Sampson                

Norfolk Christian School

Title of Work: “Zambian Orphans”

                   

Elizabeth's piece was inspired from the time she spent in Zambia last summer working with and running soccer camps for HIV/AIDS orphans.  The two children in the drawing are orphans struck with the disease.  Elizabeth hopes to promote interest in the ongoing needs of these children.

Elizabeth's piece will join other national winning entries to form an impressive art exhibit that will brighten the Cannon Tunnel and showcase the talent of our nation's youth.  The exhibit will run for a full year.  Elizabeth and her family are invited to Capitol Hill to meet with Rep. Thelma Drake and attend the annual unveiling ceremony on Wednesday, June 28th.  In addition to showcasing her artwork, Elizabeth will receive a scholarship to the Savannah College of Art and Design.