| ARTEFFFECT is excited to announce 46 winners in the 11th annual competition. In total, $49,750 in prizes were awarded to the 46 winners across the middle and high school divisions.
In this year’s international competition, students in grades 6-12 explored and championed the stories of LMC Unsung Heroes—role models who made a positive and profound, yet previously unrecognized, impact on the course of history. For their entries, these young artists created original works of art and wrote reflective impact statements to reframe these untold stories in an array of artistic expressions and reflections.
“In bringing these overlooked stories to life through art, students deepen their understanding of history and demonstrate the power of creativity as a tool for empathy, reflection and positive change,” says ARTEFFECT Executive Director Dr. Toni Guglielmo. “These visual arts projects highlight how individual acts of courage and compassion can inspire future generations to thoughtfully interact with the world around them.”
Thank you to all sponsoring classroom educators, art instructors, families, and communities for supporting these talented young artists through the 2026 competition. ARTEFFECT looks forward to celebrating these achievements over the coming weeks! |
