FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Scottsdale, Ariz., February 18, 2014—Rep. David Schweikert (R-AZ) announces the call for artwork submissions to the fourth annual Congressional Art Competition. The contest is open to high school students in the 6th Congressional District.
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IMPORTANT DATES Submission Date: Wednesday, April 16th, 2014 The Art Institute of Phoenix Reception Date: Saturday April 26th, 2014 The Art Institute of Phoenix |
Since 1981, the Congressional Institute has sponsored a nationwide fine arts competition for high school students. The winning piece of artwork from Arizona’s 6th District will be displayed on the United States Capitol campus along with other Congressional winners for one year.
Second and third place pieces will be displayed in a prominent place in Schweikert’s Washington D.C. and District Offices.
A complete listing of eligibility and artwork requirements can be found here
| What: | 2013 Annual Congressional High School Art Competition |
| Who: | Students in Grades 9-12 who live or attend school in Congressional District 6 |
| When: | Art Submission Deadline — Wednesday, April 16, 2014, from 2:30 pm-5:00pm |
| Winner Reception — Saturday, April 26, 2014 from 10:00am-12:00pm |
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| Where: | The Art Institute of Phoenix 2233 W. Dunlap Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021 |
If you are interested in participating in this year’s competition, please review the following guidelines: Student Guidelines, Art Submission Checklist
Teachers and Students are encouraged to contact Andrew Holding for further questions regarding the competition, Andrew.Holding@mail.house.gov, (480) 946-2411.
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