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Marymount student second in national art contest

Grade 11 Marymount Academy student Casey McGee recently placed second in a Historica Canada contest for her artwork submission, entitled “The Unknown Soldier.
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Grade 11 Marymount Academy student Casey McGee recently placed second in a Historica Canada contest for her artwork submission, entitled “The Unknown Soldier.” Supplied photo.
Grade 11 Marymount Academy student Casey McGee recently placed second in a Historica Canada contest for her artwork submission, entitled “The Unknown Soldier.”

The “How We Remember” Contest, which accepted written submissions and artwork, reflects on the subject of Canada’s role in the First and Second World Wars.

“This piece was the strongest as it conveyed the most meaning, without being overly literal and illustrative,” said Scott Waters, one of the contest's jurors, commenting on McGee's piece.

“Its iconic stoicism combined nicely with a playful quality and allowed the piece to occupy varying emotional terrain. It was also a technically strong painting.”

McGee said she was thrilled that she placed so well in the contest and it has encouraged her to continue with her drawing and learning.

“I always carry around my sketchbook with me where ever I go, and this contest was really great in that it combined my love of art and my love of history,” she said. Marymount Academy principal Lucie Cullen also said she's thrilled with McGee’s second place win.

“Casey is a gifted artist and a strong learner,” said Cullen. “At Marymount we always seek out opportunities as a staff for our students to thrive and really excel. Casey is a great example of this as she was able to showcase her talent on a national level – we are very proud of her.”

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