Teen wins art contest

A STUDENT from LVS Ascot has won a national art contest with a pencil study, Old Lady.

Eighteen-year-old Evelyn Chen is a boarder at the school and won the Key Stage 5 drawing category at the national finals of the Independent Schools Association (ISA) Art competition.

It should come as no surprise that Evelyn is going on to study a degree in graphics and hopes to turn her flair for art into a career.

Evelyn and her fellow student Abhishek Gurung both won in the ISA’s London West Art Competition and were automatically put through to the national finals, competing against entries from 550 schools nationwide.

Abhishek scooped second place in the national Key Stage 5 textiles category with his stunning gown and is now studying at the London College of Fashion.

LVS Principal Christine Cunniffe, said: “I’m delighted to see our student work recognised again for its excellence.

“The School is focused on inspiring young people and giving them the courage and freedom to exceed their expectations and Evelyn and Abhishek have done just that.”

The ISA’s National Art Competition is held annually and enables independent schools to showcase their pupils’ art and for teachers to share best practice and ideas. Categories cover different age groups and genres, from 2D art, through to fashion and photography.

ISA National Arts Officer, MarieAnge Moncuy, said: “The standard of entries this year was outstanding. A huge congratulations to everyone who made it to the national finals and particularly to our winners.”