MARIA'S PUBLIC SCHOOL

Preenan Prapti of Class 5 has won the first prize in the Under-11 age category of the Roy McComish International Art Award on the theme ‘Blooming from the Past.’ It was announced at the closing ceremony of RSIC 2024 held at Bagota,Colombia. She had also won the Round Square International Art Award in Nairobi, Kenya in 2023 on the theme, ‘New Africa’.

She was declared the winner of the Round Square Annual Art Competition for junior category under 12 organised by Chittagong Grammar School , Bangladesh on the theme AI: Threats and Opportunities.

Recently she bagged the Consolation Prize in The Hindu Young World Painting Competition at the National Final round in the Sub-Junior category on the theme ‘Beautiful Tourism in Incredible India.’

Interpretation of the artwork, ‘Blooming from the Past’:

This artwork depicts a girl in a vibrant dress symbolizing the strong, powerful, and courageous Colombian mentality. Her left hand releases the “Liquid Rainbow,” representing Colombia’s Cano Crystals and the nation’s vibrant nature. The upward path illustrates the hardworking spirit of Colombians, where yellow symbolizing gold, blue for the seas, and red for the blood spilled in the fight for independence. The girl’s right hand signifies unity, with collective strength enabling Colombia’s growth.

This piece celebrates Colombia’s rich cultural heritage and the resilience of its people. It underscores how the nation can utilize its cultural assets and resilient populace to drive development, promote cultural tourism, and foster community-driven growth