Brooks Congratulates 2015 Congressional Art Competition Winner

HUNTSVILLE– Yesterday Congressman Mo Brooks (AL-05) recognized Alabama’s 5th District 2015 Congressional Art Competition winner in a special awards ceremony at the Huntsville Museum of Art. The winner, Julie Davidson, won for her charcoal-medium entry entitled, “Waiting for a Cue.” Ms. Davidson is a senior at James Clemens High School. Her art teacher is Ms. Liz Vaughn. Ms. Davidson’s artwork will be hung in the U.S. Capitol building, along with winners from congressional districts across the country. The winner of the annual Congressional Art Competition attends a national reception for winners in Washington, D.C. later this year.

Rep. Brooks with winner, Julie Davidson

“Waiting for a Cue” winning entry

Congressman Brooks said, “I’m so thankful for the support of our community, particularly the Huntsville Museum of Art, and their work to facilitate the Congressional Art Competition each year. A panel of judges juried the 243 pieces of artwork submitted and selected the winner, Ms. Julie Davidson of James Clemens High School. It was a pleasure to recognize Ms. Davidson’s achievements — I look forward to seeing her artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol throughout the next year representing Alabama’s 5th District. Additionally, I was proud to commend the honorable mentions and thank the art educators who empower these students to succeed. Congratulations to Julie and to all of the honorable mentions, I hope you will continue to excel in your artistic pursuits.”

Honorable Mentions for the 2015 Congressional Art Competition are: