Hudson announces 2015 Congressional Art Competition

ONCORD — U.S. Representative Richard Hudson, R-8th, is now accepting entries from all interested Eighth District high school students for the 2015 Congressional Art Competition.

"Every year, I am truly amazed at the level of creativity and the talent of our young artists," Hudson said. "I have no doubt this year's artists will continue to make our community proud to showcase our district's talents in the U.S. Capitol for visitors from around the country and the world to admire."

Each spring, members of the U.S. House of Representatives sponsor the Congressional Art Competition to recognize the artistic talents of students in North Carolina's Eighth District and throughout the nation. The competition began in 1982 to provide an opportunity for members of Congress to encourage and recognize the artistic talents of their young constituents.

The Eighth District winner will be selected by an Arts Advisory Committee made up of artists from the district and announced at a reception hosted by Hudson. Winning artwork will be displayed for one year in the U.S. Capitol.

All entries must be an original in concept, design and execution and may not be larger than 28x28x4 inches, including the frame. Interested students should submit entries to Hudson's Concord or Rockingham district offices by 5 p.m. April 24.

For more information, contact Anthony Frey in the Concord office at (704) 786-1612 or visit hudson.house.gov/art-competition.