Bresnahan Announces Winners of 2026 Congressional Art Competition

SCRANTON, PA: On Friday, April 24, 2026, U.S. Representative Rob Bresnahan, Jr. (PA-08) announced the winners of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition, recognizing outstanding student artists from across Pennsylvania's Eighth Congressional District.

"The Congressional Art Competition is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the creativity and talent of students right here in Northeastern Pennsylvania," said Rep. Bresnahan. "I'm continuously impressed by the submissions we receive, and I'm proud to recognize all of this year's participants for their hard work and creativity."

The annual competition showcases the creativity and talent of high school students throughout the region, with submissions including paintings, drawings, photography, and mixed media. Each year, one winning piece is selected to be displayed for one year in the United States Capitol.

2026 Winners
First Place: Arimeya Janov, Wilkes-Barre Area High School, "The Taste of Autumn"
Second Place: Destiny Kile, Wilkes-Barre Area High School, "The Investigators"
Third Place: Jancy Arce Colon, Hazleton Area Arts & Humanities Academy, "Innocence"

This year's winners were selected from a strong pool of entries representing high schools across the district. The first-place winner will have their artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year, alongside winning pieces from congressional districts across the country.

In addition to having their work displayed in Washington, D.C., the winning student will also be invited to participate in a national recognition ceremony honoring student artists from across the United States. Select submissions may also be displayed in Rep. Bresnahan's district office.

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