Congressman Nick Langworthy Announces Winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for New York’s 23rd District
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) announced the winner of the annual Congressional Art Competition for New York’s 23rd Congressional District, Camryn Battaglia of Clymer High School. Her winning artwork, titled “Concord,” will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for the remainder of the year.
“Congratulations to Camryn Battaglia, our winner of this year's Congressional Art Competition for her piece, ‘Concord,’” said Congressman Nick Langworthy. “I thought her artwork truly represents NY-23 since we are home to the largest Concord grape belt in the U.S. and I’m pleased that it is representing our district in the Capitol. My office received numerous outstanding entries, showcasing the incredible talent of our high school students in Western New York and the Southern Tier. Thank you to all who submitted artwork, and a special thank you to the faculty of St. Bonaventure University’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts for lending their expertise and judging this competition.”
“Concord” by Camryn Battaglia
Overall Winner:
Camryn Battaglia, 10th grade, Clymer High School
Artwork: “Concord”
Kaylee’s piece will be displayed in the Capitol Cannon Tunnel in Washington, D.C. for one year, representing the artistic talent of NY-23 on a national stage.
Runner-Up:
Wendy Coleman, 11th grade, Watkins Glen High School
Artwork: “Stronger with You”
Finalists:
Rayne Bruyer, 11th grade, Pine Valley Central School
Artwork: “Lady and Cat”
Emma Lewis, 12th grade, Iroquois High School
Artwork: “Tea Time”
Emelia Prey, 11th grade, Salamanca High School
Artwork: “Teens Enjoying Swings”
Jack Hayden, 11th grade, Watkins Glen High School
Artwork: “Sunlit Valley”
Abigayl White, 12th grade, Watkins Glen High School
Artwork: “Lady Justice”
Naja Radoja, 12th grade, Watkins Glen High School
Artwork: “Lady Liberty”
A full gallery of the finalists can be found here. This competition is open to all high school students and is sponsored by the Congressional Institute. Since the competition began in 1982, more than 650,000 high school students have participated.