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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 1, 2004 |
CONTACT: Albert Esquivel Proctor Valencia, Pérez & Echeveste 626-403-2300 Ext. 218 Helen Machado 202-225-1766 |
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In 1982 the first Congressional Art competition was held, offering high school students the opportunity to exhibit their artwork in the nation's capitol. Since then, nearly 5,000 local contests have been conducted nationwide, which have involved more than 650,000 high school students. The winning entries from last year's competition are currently on display in Washington, D.C. "I believe that art transcends cultural barriers and speaks a universal language that binds communities," said Roybal-Allard. "Artistic expression helps create a strong sense of self and fosters a better understanding of multiculturalism. Encouraging our young artists to develop their creative talent is vital to preserving our rich cultural traditions and to improving race relations." The 34th Congressional District Student Art Competition Committee works with local high schools and community based organizations to provide high school students with contest information for them to work on their entry. The competition is open to students (grades 9-12) residing in the 34th Congressional District. Guidelines and information packets are available at all high school guidance and art departments in the 34th Congressional District. Interested students may contact Lorena Sanchez at Congresswoman Roybal-Allard's district office at (213) 628-9230 for more information. Important entry information regarding the competition is as follows:
The entry must be an original concept; it may not reproduce an image from a third party's work in the same or any other medium; the work may not infringe the rights of any third party; the work may not violate the U.S. Copyright Laws. One entry per student. The winning entry will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year in a national exhibition where the entry will represent the 34th Congressional District. The winner will also be awarded prizes that include a $1,000 scholarship, a $200 gift certificate for art supplies, and $100 cash. The student, their parents, and/or guardians, and art teacher will travel to Washington D.C. for the opening of the exhibit. The second, third, and honorary mention entries will be displayed in Congresswoman Roybal-Allard's District Office in the Roybal Federal Building for one year. They will also receive scholarships to attend an accredited 2 or 4 year higher education institution, gift certificates, and cash.
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Congresswoman Roybal-Allard
Washington, D.C., Office: 2330 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515. Phone: (202) 225-1766. Fax: (202) 226-0350.
District Office: 255 E. Temple St., Ste. 1860, Los Angeles, CA 90012-3334. Phone: (213) 628-9230. Fax: (213) 628-8578.