Eureka Senior Takes First Place in Congressional Art Competition

Eureka High School Senior Lindsey Weinrich will have her art work displayed at the U.S. Capital Building in Washington, D.C this fall after taking first place in the 2013 Congressional Art Competition.

Weinrich’s piece, entitled “Working Man,” emerged on top out of 55 entries from 17 area high schools. It will hang in the capital building for one year and represent Missouri’s 2nd district, which covers St. Louis, St. Charles and Lincoln counties.

“Lindsey is an outstanding artist and individual,” said her teacher, Diane Bashirian, in a press release from the Rockwood School District. “Any teacher who knows her would describe her as sweet, responsible, hardworking kind and polite. It’s wonderful for her achievements in the arts to receive recognition at such a high level.”

The results were announced Saturday in the lobby of the district office for U.S. Congresswoman Ann Wanger (R-MO). Wagner blogged about the event on Patch and said she was impressed by the talent of the student artists.

“Art has the power to bridge divides and these students have demonstrated a true gift,” she said.

With this honor, Weinrich will receive a trip to Washington, D.C. to attend an annual awards ceremony in June 2013.  This fall she plans to attend Wheaton College in Chicago, Illinois. 

The Congressional Art Competition began in 1982 to provide an opportunity for members of Congress to encourage and recognize the artistic talents of their young constituents. Since then, over 650,000 high school students have been involved with the nation-wide competition.  

You can purchase prints of Weinrich's artwork and photography online at Fine Art America.

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