Herald Palladium: Walberg announces Congressional Art Competition

U.S. Rep. Tim Walberg is seeking submissions from high school students in the 5th District for the 2023 Congressional Art Competition. The winning piece of artwork will be displayed in the Cannon Tunnel to the U.S. Capitol, along with the winners from the other congressional districts across the country, a news release stated.

“Every single year, I continue to be impressed by the inspiring pieces of artwork created by high school students across the country,” said Walberg, in a prepared statement. “It is an honor to host this national competition once again and provide a forum for art students in Michigan’s new 5th Congressional District to showcase their creative talents in the U.S. Capitol. I look forward to seeing all the great art submitted!”

Entries should be photographed and emailed with a typed copy of the 2023 Student Release form to Julie.McGuire@mail.house.gov by midnight on April 26. The artwork size should not exceed 26 inches high by 26 inches wide by 4 inches deep, including the frame. For more information on the exact guidelines for artwork submissions and a link to the 2023 Student Release form, please visit walberg.house.gov or call 517-780-9075.

This article originally appeared in The Herald Palladium on April 6.