Published Sunday, April 20, 2008

Newnan/Georgia Cities Week Art Contest winners

For 2008, April 20-26 has been selected as Georgia Cities Week -- the theme being "Living it Up Downtown."

The winners have been announced by the City of Newnan for the city inspired art contest:

--First place winner is Anna Hobbs,

--Second place, Lydia Ozier, and

--Third place, Kristen Pire.

--Honorable mentions included Tabitha Nalley and Abby Clements.

All winners are from Newnan High School.

First through third place winners will receive U.S. Savings Bonds and a signed certificate from Mayor Keith Brady.

A city inspired art contest was held in the local high schools. Art students were encouraged to participate in submitting their best entries of art in depicting this year's theme for the Georgia Cities week. The top eight art pieces will be displayed at the Centre for Performing and Visual Arts April 20-26.

"We are very proud of Newnan and the talent we have in our youth," said Gina Snider, the city's public information officer. "The city's art contest is a great way for the youth of Newnan to display their talent and show their interpretation of our city through art."