WARREN, Ark. – The artistic talents of Warren and Hermitage School students shone brightly as they participated in the Bradley County Creative Art Contest, sponsored by the Warren Woman’s Club. The contest, held in April, concluded with a showcase of exceptional artworks at the Warren Branch Library on May 3rd and 4th, 2024. Judged by an experienced Arkansas art teacher renowned for teaching in Arkansas Public Schools for many years, the competition highlighted the creativity and skill of young artists in the area.
Top photo: Warren winners
After careful deliberation, the winners of the Bradley County Creative Art Contest have been officially announced. The following students impressed the judges with their outstanding creativity and artistic expression:
Warren winners:
- Esperanza Vera, Class II, Third Place, Category; Other Media, 3-D Sculpture, “Sushi”
- Emily Daniell, Class II, Winner, Category: Watercolor, “The Wishing Well”
- Daisy Miranda, Class II, Winner, Category: Drawing, “Twix”
- Ghianna Ortiz, Class I, Second Place, Category: Drawing, “Flower Power”
- Ghianna Ortiz, Class I, Honorable Mention, Category: Watercolor, “Flower Garden”
- Allie Adair, Class I, Second Place, Category: Other Media, “Pointillism
- Allie Adair, Class I, Third Place, Category: Drawing, “Portrait”
- Allie Adair, Class I, Honorable Mention, Category: Drawing, “Raccoon”
- Allie Adair, Class I, Honorable Mention, Category: Drawing, “Cards”
- Allie Adair, Class I, Honorable Mention, Category: Drawing, “Portrait” #2
- Allie Adair, Class I, Honorable Mention, Category: Watercolor, “Pumpkins”
- Kalees Lewis, Class I, Winner, Category: Other Media, 3-D Sculpture, “Fig Tart”
- Avery Brasher, Class I, Second Place, Category: Watercolor, “A Starry Night”
- Avery Brasher, Class I, Honorable Mention, Category: Drawing, “Side Portrait”
- Gabriel Martin, Class I, Third Place, Category: Other Media, Collage, “Collage Face”
- Jordan Davis, Class I, Honorable Mention, Category: Drawing, “Male Side Portrait”
- Johnathan Carroll, Class I, Honorable Mention, Category: Other Media, “Strawberry”
- Not Pictured:
- Mary Hill, Class I, Third Place, Category: Watercolor, “Night Time in Watercolor”
- Allison Mondragon, Class I, Honorable Mention, Category: Watercolor, “Watercolor Landscape”
- Class I, Honorable Mention: Other Media 3-D Sculpture:
- “Paper Bowl”, Franklin Mejia
- “J”, Jennifer Carpenter
- “Avery”, Avery Brasher
- “M”, Macie Morgan
- “Strawberry Cake”, Natalee Harmon
- “J”, Jackson Denton
- Class I, Drawing – Honorable Mention: “Looking At A Distance”, Allianna Ayala
- Class 1, Watercolor – Honorable Mention: “Back In Season”, Alliana Ayala
Hermitage winners:
- Belen Simon, Class I – Winner, Category: Drawing, “Portrait”
- Railey Greenwood, Class I – Honorable Mention, Category: Drawing, “Otter”
- J. D. Mormon, Class II – Second Place, Category: Drawing, “Duck In The City”
- Aaron Etue, Class II – Winner, Category: Other (Multi-Media) “Howling”
- Kaci Doss, Class II – Second Place, Category: Other (Multi-Media) “City Sunset”
- Daisey Perez, Class I – Winner, Category: Paint, “Wonderland”
- Flor Garrido’s, Class I – Winner, Category: Watercolor “Colorful Design” shown by her Art Teacher, Laura McKinney
The Warren Woman’s Club extends its heartfelt congratulations to all participants and winners of the Bradley County Creative Art Contest. This event not only celebrates artistic excellence but also encourages the growth and appreciation of the arts within the community.
The artwork display at the Warren Branch Library provided a captivating glimpse into the artistic vision of these young talents, leaving a lasting impression on visitors and art enthusiasts alike.