On Thursday, May 30th, Congresswoman Julia Brownley (D-CA) announced Lynn M., 9th grade scholar from Newbury Park High School as the winner of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition for California’s 26th Congressional District. Lynn’s piece “Memories” will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol complex for one year.
“Every year, I am in awe of the incredible talent of the young artists throughout our region who participate in the Congressional Art Competition – and this year was no exception. Lynn’s artwork is an exceptional expression of creativity and talent, and I wholeheartedly extend my sincere congratulations to her and the winning piece that will represent our district in the Halls of Congress,” said Congresswoman Brownley.
“Art is an important outlet for students to express their emotions, channel their creativity, and advocate for the causes they care about. Our community is rich because of the contributions of the next generation of artists like all the young artists that participated in this competition.”
“Ever since I was a baby, art has been my passion. Art is a huge part of my life. At any point when I have free time, you can find me hunched over my desk drawing or painting. There is still a lot I want to improve, but this is a great achievement for me in that journey,” said Lynn M., the winner of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition. “I’m honored to have my artwork recognized, especially in such an artistic community and region filled with so much talent.”
Started in 1982, the nationwide Congressional Art Competition is sponsored by the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives and is an opportunity to recognize and encourage student artistic talent across the country.
Submissions from students in grades 9-12 across the 26th Congressional District were judged by a panel of local judges who work within the arts, academic, and social work fields.
Three honorable mentions were also recognized including “The Town of Phoenix” by Xinyu W., 10th grade scholar from Newbury Park High School, “Home of the Roadrunners” by Erdon C., 11th grade scholar from Westlake High School, and “2021” by Angela L., 10th grade scholar from Westlake High School. Their artwork will be displayed in Congresswoman Brownley’s district offices in Thousand Oaks and Oxnard.
Congratulations to our scholar-artists!
