Teen artists highlighted in Anthem
Staff Report ~ 3/10/2010

Artists from three North Valley high schools will be exhibiting their work as part of the fourth annual Arts Council of the North Valley (ACNV) Regional Teen Art Competition from 1 – 5 p.m. March 27 and March 28 at the Anthem Art Gallery, located at 42212 North 41st Drive in Anthem.
“Hopes and Dreams: Young Artists Reflect on their World Today” will feature mixed media, ceramics, oil, acrylic and more. Students will be recognized at a reception open to everyone from 3-5 p.m. March 28 at the gallery.
As part of the exhibition, ACNV will give awards at 3:30 pm on Sunday for Best in Show, Award of Excellence and Honorable Mention. The judge for this year’s competition is Neil Hoffman, president of the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design who has offered a scholarship to a student in years past. The Arizona Art Supply store has donated gift certificates for the top winners. The public will be invited to select a “people’s choice” award.
The ACNV is committed to promoting the arts and has established this competition to encourage young artists to excel and showcase their work in a professional venue. Invitations are distributed throughout North Valley high schools and students are nominated by their art teachers. This year’s participating schools include Boulder Creek High School, Sandra Day O’Conner High School and Mountain Ridge High School.
“The ACNV is passionate about providing opportunities for young people and we encourage the community to support these artists by coming to the gallery”, said Doug Clark, president ACNV. “It is exciting to see the work of such talented young people!”
For information about the Arts Council of the North Valley visit their website at ACNV.org or call 623-516-2268. For information about the gallery, visit AnthemArtGallery.com.