“It’s a unique painting that shows the Marianas in yester years,” said Bridge Capital’s principal and chief executive officer John K. Baldwin who was one of the judges.
Greg Elliot, the creator of “Pacific Navigator,” said he wanted to create a “very authentic” artwork.
“I have been wanting to do something more traditional. I want something that is kind of bringing the past into the painting — a more traditional look but something that is also a little bit more modern as far as technique is concerned,” he said.
Press Secretary Angel A. Demapan, who was also a judge, said it was amazing to see a lot of young artists participating in the competition.
“I hope they will continue this annual event,” he said, referring to Bridge Capital.
The other top winners:
• Ross B. Woods’ “Saipan Turtle,” first prize in the 3D category
• Nick Klewei’s “Banzai Cliff,” second prize, 3D category
• Robert Hunter’s “Piggy Back Thru Aslito” and “Creatures Big and Small,” first and second places in the 2D category
• Joseph Weaver’s “Trongkun Nunu” and Alfonso E. Arao’s “Serenade,” tied for third, 2D category
• John Kyle Pangelinan’s photography, “Wing Beach,” special award
• Eucon International School student Michelle Ji Yeon Jeon’s “Our Value, My Friend,” first place, K-12 grades competition
• Amber Isabella Liwag of Oleia Elementary School, second place, for her “Bubbles”
• Maiana Castro, Brilliant Star School, third place, for “Latte Stone of Saipan.”
