Creative Students Showcase Artwork In New Exhibition

The Canton Museum of Art, supported by Cleveland State University, University of Mount Union, Malone University, Kent State University Stark, The Art Inistitute of Pittsburgh, and Myers School of Art at The University of Akron presents the 27th annual Stark County High School Art Exhibit, on view March 18 through April 8, 2018, in the Museum's lower galleries.

The Stark County High School Art Exhibition is an excellent platform for aspiring artists to have their work exhibited in a prestigious museum setting. All pieces presented were original works created as part of school curriculum and chosen by the school's art instructor. Works are judged on both originality and technical ability.

Over 100 pieces will be on display from Alliance City Schools, Canton City Schools, Canton Local Schools, Central Catholic High School, Fairless Local Schools, Heritage Christian Schools, Jackson Local Schools, Lake Center Christian School, Lake Local School District, Louisville City Schools, Minerva Local Schools, North Canton City Schools, Northwest Local Schools, Perry Local Schools, Plain Local School District, Sandy Valley Local Schools, St. Thomas Aquinas High School, and Tuslaw Local School District.

An awards ceremony will be held on First Friday, April 6, from 5PM-8PM with over $2,000 in college financial awards presented to the First, Second and Third Place winners at 6PM. Honorable mention awards will also be presented with each winner receiving a scholarship for classes at the Canton Museum of Art. Also, during the First Friday event, a free make & take project will be available to kids and adults in the lobby. Cash bar is available. Admission and activities are free.

The Canton Museum of Art (CMA) is one of Ohio's premier museums for an exceptional visual arts experience. CMA is recognized for powerful national touring exhibits; dynamic CMA-original exhibits; an unrivaled Permanent Collection of American watercolors and contemporary ceramics; and innovative education outreach programs, in-Museum classes, and workshops.

The Canton Museum of Art is located in the Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001 Market Avenue North, Canton, Ohio 44702. Free onsite parking is available around the Museum. Call 330.453.7666 for information and directions or visit our website at www.cantonart.org.

Photo Credit: Tessa Poulain

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