A 10-year-old from Tasman District has taken the top spot in the international Mayors for Peace art awards.
Shaviva Winslade from Tasman Christian School was chosen for the top spot from more than 2,300 entrants from all over the world in the six to ten year old age category.
The competition, run by the office of the Mayor of Hiroshima in Japan, began in 1982 and this year attracted entries from 123 cities across 21 countries.
Shaviva says her painting was inspired by a hope for peace for every human, regardless of their race, culture, age or social status.
Another outstanding art piece was submitted by our regular participant, and the international winner in 2023 – Gracie Quinney. Gracie was awarded a special prize for her artwork.
She says peace to her is like nature, where everything fits together perfectly, and we all live in harmony.
“I feel most at peace when I’m dancing at home, and I wish that all kids can grow up in peaceful homes where they’re free to dance too.”
Shaviva and Gracie will be presented their certificates by Mayor Tim King at the March Council meeting.