Young Artists Showcase Winner Finds Confidence and a Future in Art

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SYRACUSE, N.Y. (NCC News) — What started as a portrait of her younger sister became a turning point for 18-year-old Madilynne Madore.

After winning her age division in the Everson Museum of Art’s Young Artists Showcase, Madore said the recognition helped convince her to pursue art in college.

“I was very, very surprised,” Madore said. “I didn’t think I would get it at all. So I kind of forgot about it because I didn’t think I had a chance.”

Now, her winning mixed-media portrait is on display at the museum as part of the May/June Young Artists Showcase.

The artwork features Madore’s younger sister, Guinevere Madore, and was inspired by a photograph she took a few summers ago before a family swimming trip.

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Madilynne Madore | Age 18