By Mia Cerrato – Staff Reporter

Jonathan Law sophomore Rachna Vipparla has been participating in the Milford Arts Council for eight years. She is very involved in the school art programs including the National Art Honor Society. Vipparla plans to continue her art endeavors throughout her high school career. Advocate Staff Reporter Mia Cerrato interviewed Vipparla about the recent art show.

Mia Cerrato: What art show did you compete in?

Rachna Vipparla: The art show I competed in was the Milford Art Council Art Show. (Milford Art Council) is an organization that supports the arts in schools in the area. They always have competitions and shows throughout the year for every grade in the Milford Public School System.

MC: Who else competed in the show?

RV: Most photography and art students and Jonathan Law submitted their artwork into the show.

MC: What type of awards were offered at the show?

RV: It depends on the work of art and the category it is in. They had 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for different age groups and also had “Best in Show Award” which was new this year.

MC: What awards did Jonathan Law win?

RV: Some awards that Jonathan Law won was 1st and 2nd place for Visual Arts. Artists at Jonathan Law were also awarded Honorable Mention and Best in Show.

MC: What happens to the pieces that win?

RV: The winning artwork are sent to Milford Pediatrics and the art is hung up on the wall for a couple of months for the staff or patients to see.