For Immediate Release
38 Art Exploration students and 32 2-Dimensional Art students at Lake Oswego
Middle School students were among more the 600,000 children ages 11-13
around the world who submitted entries in the Lions International Peace Poster
Contest. Lions International sponsors the program annually to emphasize the
importance of world peace to young people everywhere.
Lucy Eder, a 6th grader in the Art Exploration class who says, “Peace is a
choice, and I hope more people will make it.” and Brock Durrett, a 7
th grader in the 2-Dimensional Art class who says “Peace generates happiness, love,
and compassion and these are the 3 things we need in the world.” have
taken the first step to become an internationally recognized artist by winning a
local competition sponsored by the Lake Oswego Lions Club.
A winning poster was selected from The Art Exploration entries and one from the
2-Dimensional Art entries by members and guest who attended the November 5th
meeting of the Lake Oswego Lions Club at Lakewood Center for the Arts for its
originality, artistic merit and portrayal of the contest theme, “Peace Without
Limits”
Lake Oswego Lions Club President, Sharon Rollins, said she was impressed
by the expression and creativity of the students at Lake Oswego Middle School.
“It is obvious that these young people have strong ideas about what peace
means to them. I’m so proud that we were able to provide these two groups of
young artists with the opportunity to share their visions.”
“Lucy’s and Brock’s posters will advance to the district level and one of them
could go on to multiple district and international levels of competition to be
declared the international grand prize winner,” said LOLC and District 36-O
Peace Poster Contest Chair, Bonnie Roeder.
One international grand prize winner and 23 merit award winners will be
selected. The grand prize includes a cash award of $5,000 and will be
recognized at a special Lions International awards ceremony. The 23 merit
award winners will each receive a certificate and a cash award of $500.
“Our club is cheering for LOM winning posters as they advance in the
competition, and we hope their vision will ultimately be shared with others around
the world,” Rollins said.
Locally, Lucy and Brock and their Art Teacher, Mrs. Wendy Hinderhofer will be
honored for their participation by the Lake Oswego Lions Club during their annual
Holiday celebration on Tuesday, December 10th at Lakewood Center for the Arts.
For additional information about the Lions International Peace Poster Contest,
visit www.lionsclubs.org/peaceposter.
Lions International is the largest membership-based service organization in the
world. Our 1.4 million members in more than 49,000 clubs are serving in 200
countries and geographic areas. Since 1917, Lions have improved health and
well-being, strengthened communities and supported those in need, locally and
globally. At Lions Clubs International our motto is “We Serve.” Learn more about
who we are and what we do at lionsclubs.org.