Ardmore Artist’s Work in U.S. Capitol
The U.S. Capitol has a lot of great artwork _ huge paintings depicting some of the most famous events in U.S. history, busts and statues of famous Americans and some of the flourishes in the House and Senate chambers _ some of it done by famous artists.
Down in the tunnel connecting the Capitol to House office buildings _ an essential passageway on hot, humid days like we’ve been experiencing here _ there is also some eyecatching artwork, this done by amateurs.
It is a display of student art from around the country, chosen each year to decorate the long wall in the tunnel.
This week, the most recent student winners of the Congressional Art Competition came to Washington to participate in the annual ribbon-cutting ceremony and reception, according to Rep. Tom Cole’s office.
Cole, R-Moore, congratulated a constituent of his, Alexa Healey, of Ardmore, whose picture of tennis shoes, called “Chucks,” will hang in the tunnel. The picture was chosen by a panel of judges in Norman.
“Oklahoma students are full of talent and dedication and it is an honor to serve them in Congress,” Cole said. “I am happy that Alexa and her family were able to make the trip to Washington to see her artwork showcased in the Capitol building. This is truly an accomplishment.”
Chris Casteel
Washington Bureau
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