06/12/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/12/2025 11:37
Washington, DC- Today, Congressman Frank J. Mrvan announced that Adam Tenbarge II of Chesterton High School is the winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition. Adam used paint and colored pencils to create his winning artwork, "Journey Through Indiana," which captures the varied landscapes of Northwest Indiana.
Congressman Mrvan stated, "Thank you to all of the creative students across Indiana's First Congressional District who participated in the Congressional Art Competition and showcased their artistic ability. Congratulations to Adam from Chesterton High School on creating such a moving piece of artwork representing our region."
Adam Tenbarge II stated, "I wanted viewers of this piece to get a feel for Northwest Indiana. I hope people are inspired to visit our region after seeing my artwork."
Colin May, Art Department Chair at Chesterton High School, stated, "Adam's powerful creativity is on full display in this piece! Adam is known for his outstanding technical skill and I had absolute confidence he could pull off such an ambitious piece. It has stunning color, strong composition and a knowing homage to our beloved northwestern region. He captured the beauty, serenity and charm of our great state. I'm so proud of the perseverance he showed to make this happen. Well done, Adam!"
Brent Martinson, Principal of Chesterton High School, stated, "We are incredibly proud of Adam Tenbarge II for being named the winner of the Congressional Art Competition. His talent and dedication to his craft are inspiring, and it's an honor to see his work recognized at the national level."
Dr. Chip Pettit, Superintendent of Duneland School Corporation, stated, "Adam Tenbarge II's recognition as the winner of the Congressional Art Competition is a tremendous honor for him, his family, and the entire Duneland community. His artistic talent reflects the excellence we strive for in our schools, and we're thrilled to see his work showcased in our nation's capital."
Janet Bloch, Executive Director of the Lubeznik Center for the Arts and Judge of the Congressional Art Competition, stated, "It was a privilege to jury the competition this year. The dunes, Lake Michigan and the steel mills define our surroundings. This landscape impacts the way people in our region think, what we value, what we do recreationally, and how we define beauty. The winning submission depicts these various settings under one unified sky."
To learn more about the Congressional Art Competition, click here.
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