5th grader Braedon Miner was selected as one of 30 finalists in the 2016-2017 Empowering Students Through Creative Leadership Art Exhibition which was sponsored by Crayola.
He drew a young Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and added the caption, “This little boy had a dream,” echoing the iconic speech by the civil rights leader.
The artwork was judged based on these four criteria:
1. Connect artwork to the theme: “Creative Leadership”
2. Create with visual appeal.
3. Present age appropriate critical thinking.
4. Respond to theme with originality.
1. Connect artwork to the theme: “Creative Leadership”
2. Create with visual appeal.
3. Present age appropriate critical thinking.
4. Respond to theme with originality.
His artwork showed a true connection to the theme, had stunning visual appeal, presented age-appropriate critical thinking, and responded to the theme with originality.
His artwork will be donated to the U.S. Department of Education to become part of the permanent collection of children’s art and will be on display in Washington, DC and the Department’s regional offices. Braedon will receive $200 worth of Crayola products (retail value) and a plaque featuring a replica of his original artwork.
Great job Braedon!