High school artwork now on display at Ocean University Medical Center in Brick

Artwork submitted by local high school students for the 2023 Congressional Art Competition for New Jersey’s Fourth Congressional District is now on display at Hackensack Meridian Ocean University Medical Center in Brick, announced Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ).

            “The 2023 Congressional Art Competition is now underway, showcasing the amazing creativity and artistic talents of more than 85 students from 10 high schools across Ocean and Monmouth counties,” said Smith, who hosts the annual contest for high school students in his congressional district as part of a nationwide competition sponsored by the Congressional Institute.

            “The impressive submissions from students in our area will be judged by a panel of three local professional artists, whose inspiring works of art are also on display,” Smith said.

            Members of the community can view the artwork at the Outpatient Pavilion Building located at 425 Jack Martin Boulevard in Brick Township through the end of April before winners are announced at a ceremony in May.

            “Thanks to Hackensack Meridian for hosting this year’s competition and providing a space to display the incredible works of our student artists for the community,” said Smith.

            “We are privileged and honored to host this year’s Annual Congressional Art Competition and Exhibition at Ocean University Medical Center," said Frank Citara, MBA, president and chief hospital executive. "Thank you to Representative Chris Smith for giving us the opportunity to foster the artistic talent of high school students in our community. The exhibition will be uplifting and inspiring to our patients, visitors, physicians, and team members who walk our halls everyday.”

            Returning to judge the 2023 art contest are local professional artists Debbie Jencsik, Jim Inzero, and Rich Thompson. For a summary of the judges’ biographies, click here.