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2012 Marine Art Contest

There were 800 entries this year from more than 50 schools, including institutions from China and Kazakhstan, and several homeschooled students – and many outstanding creations. The judges included professional artist Sandra Faxon, professional graphic designer and artist Dennis Huston, members of the MME Board of Directors and staff at Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary. Winning artwork and many of the honorable mentions will be framed and become part of a traveling exhibit that will tour public venues during the summer and throughout the 2012-2013 school year.

Grand Prize: Alexandra Walker
Grand Prize Winner: Alexandra Walker, Hingham HS

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