Awards
This month, we asked youth to show the impact of social media on our mental health as well as changes they would like to see around how social media is used.
Filtered Reflections
First Place Monthly Prompt - High School
Artist: Blair Ivy Provencal
Solano County
Grade: 12
Rodriguez High School
Advisor: Lynn Larson
My entry is a poem about the relationship people have with technology.
Filtered Realities
First Place Monthly Prompt - Middle School
Artist: Nicholas Quarles
Orange County
Grade: 8
Serrano Intermediate School
Advisor: Alison Stucky
I was once deeply affected by my appearance and often used filters to try and hide what I looked like. Now, I have come to accept myself for who I am, and I choose to not use filters anymore. I allow everyone to see who I am, and I am proud to show my true self
Helping Hand
First Place Hope and Justice
Artist: Simon Rockwell
Tri-City
Grade: 11
Claremont High School
Advisor: Tamara Kirkpatrick
My entry is a watercolor painting of a person helping a friend climb up a hill. I decided to show these two people in the outdoors because, a lot of the time when I don’t feel great, being outside is the best way to ease any stress on my mind. […] Sometimes we can’t do everything...
Mental Health Matters
First Place Special Art Challenge
Artist: Mia Caro Gallegos and Daphne DIaz
Imperial County
Grade: 8
Kennedy MIddle School
Advisor: Helen McClain
This piece supports people asking for help and also reminds people that they are brave for asking for help.