Featuring 283 pieces of student artwork, the annual juried exhibition includes a wide range of media and showcases submissions from high school students across the county. The artwork can be viewed during the library’s normal business hours.

The exhibit is divided into 11 artistic categories, including Painting, Drawing (Black & White and Colored), Printmaking, Ceramics, Sculpture, Fibers/Textiles, Mixed Media (2D and 3D), Jewelry, and Digital Art. Each entry is labeled with a color-coded tag to indicate the artist’s grade level: Yellow for Freshmen, Green for Sophomores, Red for Juniors, and Blue for Seniors.

Students were allowed to submit up to two pieces of artwork per semester for each art course taken, providing a broad spectrum of work from beginner to advanced levels.

A team of four local artist judges from Warren County evaluated the artwork using detailed rubrics. They awarded prizes for Best of Show, first place, second place, third place and honorable mention in each category, bringing professional-level feedback to student artists and honoring their achievements.

The Insect by Olivia Reynolds, a Warren Area High School senior, won Best of Show and a first place.

In addition to the juried awards, the public is invited to participate in People’s Choice Voting, open from May 6 through May 12. Visitors can vote by scanning a QR code posted in the gallery. Only one vote per email address is permitted. The People’s Choice winner will be announced on May 13.

The show will conclude with artwork takedown scheduled for May 19 and 20.

This annual art show not only highlights the creative growth of Warren County’s youth but also underscores the importance of arts education in our schools. The Warren Public Library and participating art educators deserve high praise for giving students this platform to shine.

For more information or to visit the exhibit, stop by the Warren Public Library at 205 Market Street, Warren, PA.

The Skull by Finn Romanosky, a senior at Youngsville Middle High School won a first as well.

Pictured is 3D Ocean Box by Emma Jameson.