A Ridge High School Junior's graphite self-portrait was awarded 1st place in "An Artistic Discovery," the 2009 Congressional Arts Competition for students living in the 11th district of New Jersey.  Her drawing will be on exhibition in the U.S. Capital in Washington D.C. for one year, along with other winners from across the country

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Contest winner with Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen

Contest winner with art teacher Ms Falb

Crowd at the Awards night waiting to hear the contest results