Blake Farenthold: “My office is now accepting artwork for the 2018 Congressional Art Competition. Each spring, the Congressional Institute…”

“My office is now accepting artwork for the 2018 Congressional Art Competition. Each spring, the Congressional Institute sponsors a nationwide high school visual arts competition to recognize artistic talent in the Nation and in each congressional district. In 2017, the winning entry was drawn by Drew Scott from Rockport- Fulton High School. Her piece, ``Complementary Calico,'' along with the other 2017 winning entries from other congressional districts, currently hang in the Cannon tunnel, the walkway that connects the U.S. Capitol to the House office buildings. The Congressional Art Competition is a great way to encourage artistic abilities and reward talented students for their efforts and gives them an opportunity to compete. Since the competition began in 1982, more than 6,500 high school students have participated. Students from the district I represent, the 27th District of Texas, who wish to participate in this competition may submit up to two pieces of artwork to my office by Friday, April 6, 2018, in order to be considered. I wish all the talented high schoolers of the 27th District of Texas the best of luck. Recognizing Joyce Hunsaker”