Photo Courtesy GPPSD

By Tanner Smith

Art & Culture

GPPSD annual holiday art card contests highlighting local artists

Dec 15, 2024 | 6:00 AM

The Grande Prairie Public School District has chosen its winner for the annual high school holiday art card contest.

This year’s theme was “All is Bright,” with four people receiving a cash prize, thanks to a tie for third place.

Malia Quevillon from Charles Spencer took home first place in the contest, while second place was awarded to Lauren Dunbar from the Comp.

Quevillon’s first place submission (CC: GPPSD)

Dunbar’s second place submission (CC: GPPSD)

Brynn Wilson of Charles Spencer, and Tanu Namsot also from the Comp tied for third.

Namsot’s third place submission (CC: GPPSD)

Wilson’s third place submission (CC: GPPSD)

Quevillon will now have her artwork featured in GPPSD’s holiday card, along with a $200 cash prize; while second and third place received $150 and $100 respectively.

In a release, GPPSD Board Chair Joan Nellis said they are “amazed by the talent and creativity showcased by our students,” and they are proud to “highlight the unique voices of the school division’s young artists.”

Photo of Malia Quevillon and her first place cheque (CC: GPPSD)