Local student recognized for Iowa State-Fish drawing ...

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources partnered with the Wildlife Forever® State-Fish Art® Contest to host an Iowa State-Fish Contest this spring. The State-Fish Art Contest uses art to ignite children’s imaginations while teaching them about fish and fishing. Entries showcased students’ favorite Iowa fish in its natural habitat. All entries were original hand-drawn artwork. Winners were selected based on portrayal of theme, creative expression, originality, visual appeal and artistic merit. Heidi Ellis, a fifth grade student under the direction of Allamakee Community School District art instructor Carlyn Lechtenberg, was awarded second place in the 4th-6th grade age group in the contest. She will receive a certificate of participation and her drawing is posted on the State Fish Art Contest website with other state winners. Submitted photo.