The Peru Gazette

Saratoga, N.Y. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has announced that Brianna Hanley, a 9^th grader from Clifton-Fine Central School, is the winner of the 2020 NY-21 Congressional Art Competition. Brianna’s winning piece entitled “Hope” is a two-panel piece depicting a cherry tree with mixed tempura and acrylic paint with India ink.

“Congratulations to Clifton-Fine student Brianna Hanley for winning this year’s art competition,” said Congresswoman Stefanik. “Our district is home to many talented young artists and I was honored to choose Brianna’s piece. I especially appreciate her title choice, as hope is something we all rely on during these challenging times. This morning, I had the opportunity to congratulate Brianna over the phone and invite her to visit Washington when the Congressional Art Competition Reception is rescheduled for the Fall.”