Vienna Star Student Has Commissioned Artwork At Age 13

VIENNA, VA — Star Students are found in classrooms, on concert and theater stages and at debate lecterns, and out in the community doing good things to make life better for all of us.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize Star Students, and we’re working to tell the stories of these outstanding kids to their neighbors.

This submission comes from Ruyi Gaffney, who nominated Mary of Vienna.

Star local student’s name

Mary, 8th grade

Star local student’s home state

Virginia

How do you know the star local student?

She's my daughter

Why do you believe the star local student should be recognized?

Art talent. Self taught, incredibly talented and creative artist at age 13. Her art inspires people and puts smiles on people faces. She's already been commissioned for her art work large or small.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the star local student?

A wonderful young artist

Congratulations on your achievements, and all of our best wishes to you in the future, Mary!

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