Today, Congressman Markwayne Mullin (OK-02) announced the winners of the 2021 Congressional Art Competition. Olivia Brennan, a Senior at Poteau High School took home first place for her acrylic painting entitled, “Flowermill.” Olivia’s artwork will be on display in the U.S. Capitol for one year. Yesterday, Mullin met with all of the art competition winners on Zoom to congratulate them on their hard work and to celebrate their artistic achievements.
“We have so many talented artists in the Second Congressional District, and I’m amazed by the entries we receive for the art competition each year,” Mullin said. “All of these students have shown a deep commitment to their craft, and I could not be more proud that they call the Second District home.”
Each year, the U.S. House of Representatives sponsors a nation-wide high school arts competition. The Congressional Art Competition is an opportunity to recognize and encourage the artistic talent in the Second District of Oklahoma and around the country. Winning art pieces are displayed in the U.S. Capitol Building for one calendar year.
Winners:
First Place to be displayed in the U.S. Capitol Building: Olivia Brennan, Senior at Poteau High School. “Flowermill”
Artwork to be displayed in Mullin’s Muskogee office: Samara Sanchez, Senior at Madill High School. “Oklahoma Pride”
Artwork to be displayed in Mullin’s Claremore office: Jasmine Moreno, Junior at Tahlequah High School. “Cherokee National Treasure”
Artwork to be displayed in Mullin’s McAlester office: Jacob Grimmett, Senior at Stilwell High School. “Flight”
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