Congresswoman King-Hinds Announces Byul An as Winner of Congressional Art Competition

Washington – Today, Congresswoman Kimberlyn King-Hinds announced Byul An, a student of Saipan Southern High School, as the winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition. A distinguished panel of judges chose An’s work from among 16 entries submitted by high school students across the Marianas.

“Congratulations to Ms. An for winning this year’s Congressional Art Competition,” said Congresswoman King-Hinds. “It was so exciting to see the great artwork submitted by our talented young artists in the Marianas. I want to thank all the students who took the time to participate in the competition as well as the judges who had the tough job of choosing the winning art. I also extend my congratulations to Saipan Southern High School art teacher, Mr. Joseph Weaver, for his students' work.”

An describes her piece, titled Sabalu Market, as a “painting of a scene at the Sabalu Market of Saipan.” The watercolor artwork will be displayed for one year in the U.S. Capitol alongside pieces from across the nation. An will also be invited to this year’s Congressional Art Competition National Reception in Washington D.C.

“I’ve enjoyed walking the halls and admiring the artwork displayed here at the Capitol,” said Congresswoman King-Hinds. “I’m looking forward to seeing Ms. An’s beautiful artwork displayed, as this is my first time hosting the Congressional Art Competition.” 

Each spring, Members of Congress host the Congressional Art Competition to showcase the artistic talent of high school students in their districts. Students may submit their artwork in a variety of media, such as oil, charcoal, watercolors, pencils, photographs, collages, prints, or computer-generated art for the chance to have their work displayed in the U.S. Capitol. This is the 17th year that students from the Northern Mariana Islands have been able to participate in the Congressional Art Competition, and the first year hosted by Congresswoman King-Hinds.