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Washington D.C. – Today, Congressman Hice announced the winners of the 2016 Congressional Art Competition. This year, over 52 pieces of artwork from students throughout the 10^th District of Georgia were submitted in the competition. The grand prize winner was Bianca Robinson, a senior at Mill Creek High School. The winning piece, titled “Reflection,” was made from charcoal. Congressman Hice released the following statement after the announcement:

“Each year, it’s a thrill to see high school artists in the 10^th District showcase their talents,” Congressman Hice said. “Every student involved in this competition deserves special recognition, and I hope that they will all continue to enrich our community with their outstanding artistic abilities. I want to congratulate this year’s winners Bianca, Severen, Bethany, and Dana, and I look forward to seeing Bianca’s artwork in the Capitol. I would also like to thank our judges, who had a particularly difficult job choosing between so many exceptional submissions, and all of our student's teachers, who continue to help and encourage students throughout our community to express themselves through art.

1^st Place Winner: Bianca Robinson from Mill Creek High School in Gwinnett County

“Reflection”

2^nd Place Winner: Severen Brown from Athens Academy in Oconee County

“57 Chevy”

3^rd Place Winner: Bethany Medrea from Monroe Area High School in Walton County

“Broken Dreams”

Honorable Mention: Dana Hickey from Morgan County High School in Morgan County

“Bonnie”