The IVCC Art Show wrapped up with top honors for standout student artists from both high school and college levels. Madison Brooker from Serena High School captured the People’s Choice award for her exceptional work, drawing admiration from attendees. Meanwhile, Jasmine Arce of LaSalle-Peru High secured a significant prize—a full-year tuition waiver—recognizing her creative achievements. LaSalle-Peru High School’s Jay McConnell received a Best in 2-D blue ribbon for a work in ink, and Kaylee Stoner received a Best in 3-D blue ribbon for her work in clay.
On the college side, Danica Scoma was awarded the prestigious Gerrard Fine Arts Scholarship, marking a major milestone in her artistic journey. IVCC’s Kimberly Beebee received the blue ribbon for Best in 2-D (College) for her drawing in pastels of “The Farm That Time Forgot.” Courtney Bailey and Chloe Bruce received Special Collections Art Department Purchasing Awards for Bailey’s “Reflections” and Bruce’s “A View from the Roundabout.” Special Collections pieces are purchased by the department to be part of a permanent display here at IVCC.
The event highlighted the region’s emerging talent and reinforced IVCC’s commitment to nurturing young artists.
