Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2023 Congressional Art Competition for the 11^th Congressional District of Texas. 

First Place was awarded to San Saba High School senior Andrea Rodriguez for her piece titled “El Vaquero,” which depicts a man and horse during golden hour. Andrea’s winning piece will hang in the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. for a full year where it can be viewed by visitors and Members of Congress. 

Second Place was awarded to Emily Parsons, a Junior at Killeen High School, for her piece titled “Star Gazer,” and Third Place was awarded to San Saba Sophomore Grace Shahan for her piece titled “Cows.”

Congressman August Pfluger: “Congratulations to the winners of the 2023 Congressional Art Competition, especially our first-place winner Andrea Rodriguez! It is wonderful to see these awesome students leveraging their natural talents and creating art that highlights the wonders of our country. I hope this competition inspires all the entrants to continue pursuing their artistic talents and I look forward to seeing Andrea’s painting hang in the U.S. Capitol.”   

Congressman Pfluger’s Gold Star Congressional Aide Cayssia David presented awards to the winners. Photos can be downloaded here.