Student Talent Shines Bright at 16th Annual Fishers Arts Council Senior Showcase

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Senior Showcase Winners

the next generation of artists and poets from Fishers and Hamilton Southeastern high schools took center stage Friday, April 18, during the 16th Annual Fishers Arts Council Senior Showcase, held at the Art Gallery at City Hall. Sponsored by STAR Bank, this annual event highlighted the exceptional talents of graduating seniors while awarding over $4,800 in scholarships to 22 students.

“The 16th Annual Senior Showcase once again highlighted the impressive artistic talents coming out of the Fishers and HSE School programs,” said Les Reinhardt, Executive Director of Fishers Arts Council. “This year’s expanded gallery space at the Fishers Art Center allowed us to better celebrate the creative achievements of our graduating seniors.”

The exhibit featured a vibrant collection of 125 two-dimensional artworks, 30 three-dimensional pieces, and seven poetry submissions. Ninety-five students participated in the showcase, which continues on display through April 28 at both the Art Gallery at City Hall and the Fishers Art Center, open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

This year’s Best in Show honor went to Oliver Miles of Hamilton Southeastern High School for his striking painting titled “Sil3nce.” The Jordan D. Snider Award for Best Representation of the Written Word was awarded to Alexander Kairi Walton of Fishers High School for their powerful poem, “As Strong as the Beginning,” which they read aloud during the evening reception.

The awards ceremony, held during the city’s Third Friday celebration, was presented by Chris Hayes, President of Fishers Arts Council, joined by City Councilor At-Large Cecilia Coble and STAR Bank’s Karissa Shaffer. Catherine Snider presented the award named in memory of her daughter, Jordan D. Snider, celebrating excellence in poetry.

Scholarship Winners

Drawing

  • 1st: Hanna Maudlin (HSEHS)

  • 2nd: Maddie Harmeyer (FHS)

  • 3rd: Ava Kuester (HSEHS)

  • HM: Ximena Guerrero (FHS)

Painting

  • 1st: M. Dang (HSEHS)

  • 2nd: Ambrielle Sendejas (FHS)

  • 3rd: Maggie Garner (FHS)

  • HM: Rosie Kohler (FHS)

Photography

  • 1st: Olivia Lewis (HSEHS)

  • 2nd: Alexa Lane (HSEHS)

  • 3rd: Eddison Williams (FHS)

  • HM: Matthew Walsh (FHS)

Digital Art

  • 1st: Ryann Carter (FHS)

  • 2nd: Emma Schumacher (FHS)

  • 3rd: Maddie Bensch (HSEHS)

  • HM: Kayla Hopkins (FHS)

3D Art

  • 1st: Kinga Dobosz (FHS)

  • 2nd: Kyndra Layman (HSEHS)

  • 3rd: Alaina Davis (FHS)

  • HM: Gavin Tucker (HSEHS)

Scholarship Sponsors

The scholarships were made possible by generous contributions from local businesses and patrons, including:

  • STAR Bank: Best in Show and 1st Place Awards (Drawing, Painting, Photography, 3D Art)

  • Catherine Snider: Jordan D. Snider Award

  • Four Day Ray Brewing: 3rd Place Visual Arts Awards

  • Boomerang Development: 2nd Place Awards (Drawing, Digital Art)

  • Schoolhouse 7 Café: 2nd Place Award (Painting)

Fishers Arts Council continues to support emerging artists and promote creative growth in the community. This year’s Senior Showcase once again proved that the future of art in Fishers is in incredibly talented hands.