Davis Artists Earn Top Honors at Regional Art Competition
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Davis High School art students earned several awards at ESD 105 regional art competition.
In the spring, Davis High School hosted a special art show highlighting the creativity, skill and dedication of its talented student artists. Students earned numerous honors including scholarship awards, at the 2026 ESD 105 Regional High School Art Show. These recognitions showcase the artistic talent being developed at Davis and the strength of the school's visual arts and photography programs.
2026 Regional Art Show and Photography Competition Award Recipients
ESD 105 Judges Choice Awards
2026 Regional Art Show and Photography Competition Award Recipients
ESD 105 Judges Choice Awards
- Marleni Aragon — Pure Joy (Colored Pencil) (1)
- Estefany Coria — Caged Bird (Colored Pencil) (2)
- Oscar Lopez — A Little Adventure (Colored Pencil) (3)
- Ruby Meza — Peak Ripeness (Colored Pencil) (4)
- Jordan Perez — Mourning Song (White Charcoal) (5)
- Nina Landeros — Early Morning (Watercolor & Pastel) (6)
- Ruby Meza — Harmonic Pair (Pastel and Colored Pencil) (7)
Art Teacher: Carole Huls
Regional Photography Award
- Axel Galindo — Cheer (Photography) (8)
Photography Teacher: Jeff Rist
ESD 105 Awards
ESD 105 Awards
- Elizabeth Estrada — Falls (Photography) (9)
- Ada Izazaga — Rocky Beach (Photography) (10)
Photography Teacher: Jeff Rist
ESD 105 Board of Directors Awards
ESD 105 Board of Directors Awards
- Maria Hernandez — Blue Jay (Colored Pencil) (11)
- Jazzleen Bravo — Beads & Bobbles (Colored Pencil) (12)
Art Teacher: Carole Huls
Central Washington University Scholarship Awards
Central Washington University Scholarship Awards
- Oscar Lopez — A Little Adventure (Colored Pencil) (3)
- Jazzleen Bravo — Beads & Bobbles (Colored Pencil) (12)
- Marleni Aragon — Pure Joy (Colored Pencil) (1)
- Axel Galindo — Cheer (Photography) (8)
- Ruby Meza — Peak Ripeness (Colored Pencil) (4)
Art Teacher: Carole Huls; Photography Teacher: Jeff Rist
Additional Special Honors
- Ruby Meza — Peak Ripeness (4) — 2026 Congressional Art Competition Winner. The artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., during the 2026–27 year; and 2026 CWU Judges Choice Award
- Oscar Lopez — A Little Adventure (3) — 2026 CWU Judges Choice Award
- Jazzleen Bravo — (13) Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Washington State Competition (4th Place)
These awards reflect not only the talent and hard work of Davis High School students, but also the dedication of art educators Carole Huls and Jeff Rist. Through their commitment to artistic excellence, creative exploration and student growth, they continue to provide outstanding arts opportunities for Yakima School District students.
Davis High School is proud of all student artists whose creativity, dedication and unique perspectives were showcased throughout this year's exhibition. Congratulations to every student who contributed artwork and helped make this year's show a celebration of artistic expression and achievement.
Davis High School is proud of all student artists whose creativity, dedication and unique perspectives were showcased throughout this year's exhibition. Congratulations to every student who contributed artwork and helped make this year's show a celebration of artistic expression and achievement.
This story aligns with the Yakima School District’s Strategic Goal #3: to provide equitable opportunity for students to meet or exceed standards, seek solutions, and be advocates. To learn more about our strategic plan, visit ysd7.org/strategicplan.
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