Students Recognized for Iowa State-Fish Drawings

1st place Grades 4-6

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources partnered with the Wildlife Forever® State-Fish Art® Contest to host an Iowa State-Fish Contest in conjunction with the annual “Take It Outside” Art Contest.

The State-Fish Art Contest uses art to ignite children’s imagination 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. 

1st place Grades K-3

Individual winners:

Grades K-3

1^st Place – Emma F., Homeschool

2^nd Place – Jonah V., Homeschool

3^rd Place – Carley F., Adair-Casey Community Schools

Grades 4-6

1^st Place – Benjamin S., Homeschool

2^nd Place – Nathan P., Mid-Prairie Home School Assistance Program

1st place Grades 7-9

3^rd Place – Anessa S., Benton Community Schools

Grades 7-9

1^st Place – Helen H., Ames Community Schools

2^nd Place – Gretchen M., North Polk Community Schools

3^rd Place – Carmen A., Benton Community Schools

Grades 10-12

1^st Place – Hunter F., Twin Cedars Community Schools

1st place Grades 10-12

Artists who placed first in their age group are invited, along with their families, to attend the 17^th Annual State-Fish Art Expo held in conjunction with FLW during the Forrest L. Wood Cup bass world championship on August 21-22 in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Every participant received a Certificate of Recognition. Winning entries will be displayed during the Iowa State Fair at the DNR building.