Congratulations Class!

A few days ago I got the long-awaited results of how my art students did in the Junior Duck Stamp contest. Several of them placed in their respective age categories in the state competition, but in my mind they're all winners. Because they put in so much effort and were motivated towards a worthwhile goal each of them has become a better, more focused artist. I like to say, it's not about whether or not you win, but how you grow as a result.

You can see the state Best of Show and a list of all the kids who placed in the contest here.

Drake Mallard
by AnnaLynn Seifert

Hen Mallard
by Aimee Berkompas
(3rd place)

Drake Wigeon
by Jeremy Berkompas

Drake Wigeon
by Zachary Berkompas

Drake Wigeon
by Matthew Berkompas
(3rd place)

Canada Goose
by Daniel Seifert
(1st place)

Drake Mallard
by Caitlin Koch

Drake Mallard
by Katrina Berkompas
(1st place)