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OPRFHS Senior Wins 7th District of Illinois' Annual Art Contest
Adia Ivey's painting, "Sunset," will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for the next year.
Submitted by Oak Park and River Forest High School District 200. Photo: Adia Ivey with OPRF art teacher Sandy Campbell
Senior Adia Ivey of Oak Park and River Forest High School has won the 7th District of Illinois’ annual art contest, sponsored by U.S. Rep. Danny Davis.
As the winner, Adia will have her painting, “Sunset,” displayed in the U.S. Capitol for the next year.
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According to Rep. Davis’ website, “Each spring, a nationwide high school arts competition is sponsored by the members of the U.S. House of Representatives. The Artistic Discovery Contest is an opportunity to recognize and encourage the artistic talent in the nation, as well as in our congressional district. The Artistic Discovery Contest is open to all high school students. The overall winner of our district’s competition will be displayed for one year in the U.S. Capitol. The exhibit in Washington will also include artwork from other contest winners nationwide.”
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