Tag

Scholarship Contest

All articles tagged with #scholarship contest

arts-and-culture2 years ago•4 min saved

L.A. Teen Finalist in Duct Tape Fashion Contest

Karla Torres, a first-generation teenager from Los Angeles, has been named a finalist in the "Stuck at Prom" scholarship contest, where participants create prom attire using duct tape. Torres designed and crafted an 18th-century-inspired dress, complete with intricate lace and lifelike florals, using 14 rolls of tape and over 120 hours of work. As the first in her family to attend college, Torres hopes to win the $10,000 scholarship prize to alleviate the financial burden on her parents. Voting is open until July 12, with winners to be announced by July 19.

via Los Angeles Times|

#arts-and-culture #duct-tape-fashion #first-generation-student

human-interest2 years ago•2 min saved

"Duct Tape Suit: Utah Teen's Chance at $10,000 Prize"

Ian Hernandez Rojas, a high school senior from Taylorsville, Utah, is a top ten finalist in the 23rd annual Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest, where students are challenged to create and wear prom outfits made entirely from duct tape. Rojas, who used over 15 rolls of duct tape and various materials, created a Mayan-inspired tuxedo as a tribute to his Salvadoran roots. The winner in each category will receive $10,000 in college scholarships. Rojas, who enjoys sewing as a hobby, hopes to pursue a career in designing and fashion. Voting ends on July 12, and winners will be announced on July 19.

via FOX 13 News Utah|

#duct-tape #human-interest #prom-outfit

arts-and-culture2 years ago•0 min saved

Teenagers Across America Showcase Creativity with Duct Tape Prom Dresses

A Los Angeles teenager named Karla Torres has become a finalist in the annual Duck Brand "stuck at prom" duct tape gown-making contest. Using 14 rolls of duct tape, Torres created an incredible gown inspired by 18th-century French art. The Cal State Fullerton business student is vying for the grand prize of a $10,000 scholarship, and voting for the winner is open until next Wednesday.

via KABC-TV|

#art-inspiration #arts-and-culture #duct-tape-gown