Local state employees recognized for artistic talent

Several local residents who work for, or whose immediate family works for the state of Delaware were recently recognized for their artistic talent at the 14^th Annual State Employee Art Exhibition. The exhibition ran from February 25 through March 21 at the Arts Center/Gallery at Delaware State University.

“The exhibition is a testament to the immense creativity within Delaware’s state workforce and their families,” Jessica Ball, Director of the Delaware Division of the Arts, said. “Art has the power to inspire, connect and strengthen communities, and it’s wonderful to see how these employees bring that creativity into their professional and personal lives.”

The contest was open to state employees and their immediate families. It is designed to celebrate creativity, recognize artistic intelligence and highlight the diverse talents within the state workforce.

“Providing an opportunity for state employees and their families to showcase their creative work fosters an appreciation for the arts in unexpected places,” Kristin Pleasonton, Director of the Delaware División of the Arts said. “The enthusiasm and talent on display this year were truly inspiring and we were honored to celebrate these artists.”

Although winners were from across the state, many were local to the Milford area. Sandra Henning received a special award for her artwork in the category of pets while Sallyanne McLaughlin of Greenwood, took third place in the professional category. Marciana Esteves of Milford received an honorable mention in the same category.

Logan Farro of Greenwood received an honorable mentionin the intermediate category while Maureen McCambridge of Houston took first place in the amateur category. Nathanael Taylor of Milton took second place in the teen category while Leah R. Cooper of Milford received honorable mention in that category. Sabrina Rambo of Harrington earned an honorable mention in the youth category.