Awards

Honorable Mention, POSE! at Oak Park Art League

MARCH–APRIL 2025

Figure drawing "Ruffian" was selected for display at the Oak Park Art League. This juried national call (Jurors: Susan Hall and William Ewers) sought to showcase a diverse spectrum of work based on the human form, yet pushing the boundaries of how we depict ourselves and the bodies we inhabit. 

• Only artist under the age of 18 displaying work (honorable mention selection without knowledge of artist's age).

• Awarded an honorable mention—total of 5 awards were given, 30 artists total were displayed.

• Youngest award recipient in the gallery's history.

Media: Charcoal on paper

Rising Sophomore Scholar in English at Oak Park and River Forest High School

Spring 2024

One of eight students selected from the sophomore class of 1000+. Nominated by English teacher for enthusiasm, creativity and going above and beyond in class work.

Merit Scholarship, Early College Program at School of the Art Institute of Chicago

GRADE 11

Awarded a merit scholarship based on portfolio review to participate in an intensive 1-week summer program at the Chicago campus to work alongside incredible faculty of artists, designers, and scholars to create portfolio-quality work, and learn new skills, experiment, take risks, and deepen research and ideas. Connected with peers from around the globe, engage with dynamic demonstrations geared toward passions, explore museum resources, and receive mentorship through comprehensive faculty advising. Upon successful completion of the program,  able to transfer the earned credits to the college of choice.