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The 25th annual Horry-Georgetown Counties high school juried art exhibition is entering its final week at the Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum. Local students’ artwork is showcased, and visitors can vote for the People’s Choice Award until Sunday. Curated by museum staff, with a guest judge focusing on environmental activism, the exhibition has garnered community support. In conjunction with this event, the museum will open the ArtFields Winners Collection, providing further opportunities to appreciate local talent and creativity.
Myrtle Beach – The 25th annual Horry-Georgetown Counties high school juried art exhibition is entering its final week, presenting a unique opportunity for the community to engage with the creative talents of local students. The exhibition, which showcases artwork from high school students across the counties, is currently displayed at the Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum and will continue through June 1.
Visitors to the museum have until Sunday to participate in the People’s Choice Award category by voting for their favorite pieces among the hundreds of submissions received. This exhibition reflects a diverse range of artistic skills and styles, highlighting the creativity and hard work of the young artists involved.
The exhibition has been carefully curated by Liz Miller, the museum’s curator, along with education coordinators Jayme Carlson and Colin Riebe. Their efforts have successfully narrowed down the many entries to the impressive collection on display. The guest judge for this year’s exhibition is Mary Edna Fraser, an artist known for her commitment to environmental activism, further underscoring the importance of art in advocating for social issues.
Pat Goodwin, executive director of the art museum, emphasizes the institution’s long-standing support for local high school students and the widespread enthusiasm surrounding this exhibition. Community members and visitors alike have celebrated the opportunity to see young talents showcased in a professional setting, further enhancing the cultural landscape of Myrtle Beach.
The exhibition is made possible through the generous support of local sponsors, including Bank of America, Sandy Hubbard, Tom Logan, and Tom Goodrich. Their contributions have helped ensure the continuity and success of this event over the years.
In addition to the high school exhibition, the museum will open the ArtFields Winners Collection on Saturday, a separate event that showcases award-winning works from the renowned ArtFields festival. This collection will be on display until September 21, offering visitors the chance to enjoy and appreciate more exceptional artwork.
Furthermore, the museum has organized an array of engaging programs extending beyond visual arts. As part of National Poetry Month, a children’s haiku workshop will be held, inviting young participants to express their creativity through poetry. Other upcoming events include poetry readings and a kickoff event that will feature Myrtle Beach’s Poet Laureate Bo Bryan, enhancing the museum’s offerings and making art accessible to all age groups.
As the final days of the Horry-Georgetown Counties high school juried art exhibition draw near, attendees are encouraged to visit the museum and partake in voting for their favorite pieces. The exhibition represents not just an end-of-year celebration for high school students, but also serves as a vibrant reminder of the artistic potential within the community.
Additional details about the exhibition and the museum’s programming can be accessed on the museum’s website. This is a perfect opportunity for local residents and visitors to support young artists and explore the rich artistic environment that Myrtle Beach has to offer.
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