WASHINGTON — A couple of weeks ago we told you about a contest for D.C., Maryland and Virginia students to get their artwork on Metrobuses in celebration of Earth Day. Now, the winners have been revealed.
Metro’s Art in Transit program announced the winning artists on Tuesday. All of the budding artists were in kindergarten through 6th grade. Customers can use Metro’s special tracker to locate each bus once it goes into service. A globe will identify each Earth Day Metrobus throughout the system.
A total of 240 submissions were received from young artists throughout the region. Of the numerous submissions, 15 drawings, paintings and digital artworks were selected, capturing their interpretation on the role public transportation plays in protecting our environment, combatting climate change, supporting sustainable and livable communities.
“I’m truly impressed by the creativity and ingenuity of these young artists who used their talents to celebrate the role public transportation plays in creating a more sustainable, healthier and cleaner environment,” said Metro General Manager and Chief Executive Officer Randy Clarke in a press statement.
This year’s Earth Day Metrobuses will feature artwork by the following young artists:
• Yisak, Kindergarten
• Juna, 2nd grade
• Murray, 4th grade
• Annika, 5th grade
• Luca, 1st grade
• Carina, 5th grade
• Kyndal, 6th grade
• Cora, 4th grade
• Cai, 4th grade
• Victoria, 3rd grade
• Eve, 4th grade
• Ally, 6th grade
• Aria, 1st grade
• Alan, 2nd grade
• Sienna, Kindergarten