Student artists as young as 4 years old and as old as 18 will exhibit and sell their work and limited edition prints at the 13th Annual Los Leones Student Art Festival Saturday, Nov. 15, at Leon Valley Conference and Community Center, 6427 Evers Road.
A partnership between Northside ISD and the City of Leon Valley, the free outdoor festival is from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and includes dance and choral performances, hands-on art activities, food, and professional artist demonstrations.
Inspired by former Leon Valley Mayor Marcy Meffert, the event attracts thousands in search of unique holiday gifts and family fun. Los Leones ("The Lions" in Spanish) teaches students about "the business of art," while also working to establish an active arts community.
All Northside ISD high schools, middle schools, and elementary schools participate in Los Leones. More than 2,500 pieces of quality student artwork will be on display.
Admission is free, and there will be a free shuttle bus continuously to and from available parking at Leon Valley Elementary School, 7111 Huebner Road, from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Two dozen judges representing area businesses will select their personal "pick of show," awarding $25 prizes in the categories of elementary, middle, and high school art. The awards ceremony will be held at 8:30 a.m.
This year's
Los Leones poster and other publicity materials feature the artwork of Daniella Garcia, a third grader at Elrod Elementary School and winner of the publicity contest.
For information, call the Partnerships office at 397-8599.
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