Local High School Students Awarded Art Scholarships

The following is a press release issued by NewPark Mall management:

NewPark Mall's esteemed Cultural Corner, known for showcasing some of the area's original art and photography, wrapped up its first annual scholarship contest for high school seniors. 

The winners are First Place ($1,500) Jared Gochuiko from Mt. Eden High School, Second Place ($1,000) Daniel Leal from Irvington High School and Third ($500) Zhou Yang from .  

"The goal of the Cultural Corner art scholarship contest at NewPark Mall is to connect the arts with our local community, and we are proud of all the students who participated this year," Kelly Gardner, general manger, NewPark Mall.  

Twenty-seven pieces of original artwork were submitted from April 16 to May 11, 2012 by local high school students who are preparing to graduate next month. 

Teen artists entered a myriad of art pieces including canvas, photography and sculptures.  

For more information, visit www.NewParkMall.com.

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The Cultural Corner, which opened in May 2011, provides exhibit space for the work of local artisans, including painters, sculptors, photographers and digital artists.  Local artists interested in displaying their work at the new Cultural Corner are invited to call Kenia Ortiz at 510-284-1600.  

About NewPark Mall: NewPark Mall is conveniently located off I-880 and is anchored by Macy's, Sears, JCPenney, and Burlington Coat Factory. For more information, hours, and a store directory, please call 510-794-5523 or visit www.newparkmall.com. Follow NewPark Mall on Facebook at www.facebook.com/NewParkMall and Twitter at  twitter.com/NewParkMall.