This snowman artwork by Oliver K., 11, a fifth-grader at Maplebrook Elementary School in Naperville, is one of the winners of the Chicago Sun-Times’ latest student art contest.
These Chicago-area elementary-age kids’ snowmen won the Sun-Times’ latest student art contest
We asked students to make a snowman — either the real thing, photographed, or a work of art for the latest phase of The Imagination Project — and had 2 artists offer reviews.
Make us your best snowman — build one outdoors and photograph it, or create one with art.
That was the callout to Chicago-area kids for the latest Chicago Sun-Times art contest, part of what we call The Imagination Project.
Among the snowmen sent in, there was one on the moon (accompanied by a rocket and an alien). We got a snowman in love. A group of snowmen set against a backdrop of snowflakes and a rainbow. And, of course, a ninja snowman.
We’re showcasing the winning images and runners-up here from elementary school kids, those in prekindergarten through fifth grade, along with encouraging critiques from two professional artists: Cujo Dah and Hailey Losselyong. Middle school and high school winners will be unveiled next weekend.
Cujo Dah: “This is like Lichtenstein, Van Gogh and Monet on one canvas, I’m floored.”
HaileyLosselyong: “The variety of textures is really cool! I think more snowmen should have triangular heads like this one.”
Charlotte O., 6
Kindergarten, South Loop Elementary School, Chicago
A mixed-media snowman by Charlotte O., 6, who’s in kindergarten at South Loop Elementary School in Chicago.
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Cujo Dah: “I love the use of mixed media. The dimensions of the snowman and rendering of the snowflakes show the makings of a great artist.”
HaileyLosselyong:“I love the use of both 2-D and 3-D figures and how it pops off the page.”
Shatia D., 10
Fourth grade, Washington Elementary School, Elgin
A snowman in space by 10-year-old Shatia D., a fourth-grader at Washington Elementary School in Elgin.
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Dah: “Clean, extremely thoughtful and very creative. This concept is way out of this world.”
Losselyong: “I don’t think I’ve ever seen a snowman in space, so this is awesome and such a unique perspective.”
Violette K., 8
Second grade, Maplebrook Elementary School, Naperville
Artwork by Violette K., 8, a second-grader at Maplebrook Elementary School in Naperville.
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Cujo Dah: “Watercolor-esque with a high-fashion edge. Who says a snowperson can’t have style? LOVE IT.”
HaileyLosselyong: “This snowman looks like it has superpowers. And I love the colorful beret.”
Sadhana S., 6
First grade, South Loop Elementary School, Chicago
A snowman by Sadhana S., 6, a first-grader at South Loop Elementary School in Chicago.
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Cujo Dah: “This is a scene. A great story of an epic journey is taking place. Very well done.”
HaileyLosselyong: “Loving the texture in this snowman. Also loving these cute green houses — they’re adding the perfect pop of color.”
Yuv P., 9
Third grade, National Teachers Academy, Near South Side
Snowmen by Yuv P., 9, a third-grader at National Teachers Academy on the Near South Side.
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Cujo Dah: “I love this one! It screams late ‘80s rap album cover! Absolutely amazing!!!”
HaileyLosselyong: “This is such a cool perspective. And it’s clear they all have different personalities.”
Alexandrya S., 7
Second grade, LaSalle Language Academy, North Side
Artwork by Alexandrya S., 7, a second-grader at LaSalle Language Academy on the North Side.
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Cujo Dah: “Well, hellooo, oh, dapper Snowman! It might be winter, but love is definitely in the air with this one!”
HaileyLosselyong: “The characters and quick love story are cute and quirky!”
Eliette M., 5
Kindergarten, Oliver Wendell Holmes Elementary School, Oak Park
Snowpeople family by Eliette M., 5, who’s in kindergarten at Oliver Wendell Holmes Elementary School in Oak Park.
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Cujo Dah: “This beautiful artwork reaffirms the importance of family. In solidarity, we hear you; we agree.”
HaileyLosselyong: “Loving the effect of paper on top of paper. Such a happy little family!”
Leanna Y., 8
Second grade, Hilltop Elementary School, Elgin
Artwork by Leanna Y., 8, a second-grader at Hilltop Elementary School in Elgin.
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Cujo Dah: “Bold design, confident lines, rich textures, This is ART!”
HaileyLosselyong: “This snowman is large and in charge. The green is the perfect little pop of color!”
Maelyn S., 7
First grade, Latin School of Chicago
Maelyn S., 7, a first-grader at the Latin School of Chicago.
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Cujo Dah: “This diorama/installation could (should) be in the MCA! Very contemporary. Very classy.”
HaileyLosselyong: “Really went the extra mile with the figures and creating this 3D scene. So creative!”
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL RUNNERS-UP
Ira P., 8
Second grade, South Loop Elementary School, Chicago
A real-life snowman by Ira P., 8, a second-grader at South Loop Elementary School in Chicago.
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Isabella B., 8
Third grade, Hibbard Elementary School, Albany Park
A trio of snowmen by Isabella B., 8, a third-grader at Hibbard Elementary School in Albany Park.
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Santiago E., 7
Second grade, Hammond Elementary School, Little Village
A little snowman by Santiago E., 7, a second-grader at Hammond Elementary School in Little Village.
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Lucia L., 7
First grade, Mount Greenwood Elementary School, Far Southwest Side
Cool-dude snowman by Lucia L., 7, a first-grader at Mount Greenwood Elementary School on the Far Southwest Side.
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Maximilian K., 10
Fourth grade, Hilltop Elementary School, Elgin
A sporty snowman by Maximilian K., 10, a fourth-grader at Hilltop Elementary School in Elgin.
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Hrishika S.R., 7
Second grade, Beebe Elementary School, Naperville
Artwork by Hrishika S.R., 7, a second-grader at Beebe Elementary School in Naperville.
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Kingston B., 8
Third-grader, South Loop Elementary School, Chicago
Drawing by Kingston B., 8, a third-grader at South Loop Elementary School in Chicago.
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Laniya G., 6
Kindergarten, Ashburn Community School, South Side
Artwork by Laniya G., 6, who’s in kindergarten at Ashburn Community School on the South Side.
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Mia Z., 10
Fourth grade, South Loop Elementary School, Chicago
This cute little snowperson was done by Mia Z., 10, a 4th grader at the South Loop Elementary School in Chicago.
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Vihaan S., 8
Second grade, Hilltop Elementary School, Elgin
Ninja snowman by Vihaan S., 8, a second-grader at Hilltop Elementary School in Elgin.
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Robin L., 8
Second grade, South Loop Elementary School, Chicago
A little snowperson by Robin L., 8, a second-grader at South Loop Elementary School in Chicago.
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Miriam R., 5
Kindergarten, Wildwood Elementary School, Far Northwest Side
Artwork by Miriam R., 5, who’s in kindergarten at Wildwood Elementary School on the Far Northwest Side.
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Whitman G., 7
First grade, South Loop Elementary School, Chicago
Artwork by Whitman G., 7, a first-grader at South Loop Elementary School in Chicago.
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Maxwell C., 6, & Abigail C., 7
Kindergarten and second grade, Pulaski International School, Bucktown
Snow characters by siblings Maxwell C., 6, who’s in kindergarten, and Abigail C., 7, a second-grader, both at Pulaski International School in Bucktown.
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Marlo C., 5, & Hadley C., 6
Prekindergarten and first grade, Swift Elementary School, Edgewater
Siblings Marlo C., 5 (left), who’s in prekindergarten, and Hadley C., 6, a first-grader, both at at Swift Elementary School in Edgewater, with their snow creation.
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Cynthia D., 6
Kindergarten, Avoca West Elementary School, Glenview
Artwork by Cynthia D., 6, who’s in kindergarten at Avoca West Elementary School in Glenview.
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Aadheya D., 7
First grade, South Loop Elementary School, Chicago
A happy snowman by Aadheya D., 7, a first-grader at South Loop Elementary School in Chicago.
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Eshaan S., 9
Fourth grade, Hilltop Elementary School, Elgin
Artwork by Eshaan S., 9, a fourth-grader at Hilltop Elementary School in Elgin.
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Matthew S., 8
Third grade, Hale Elementary School, Clearing
Matthew S., 8, a third-grader at Hale Elementary School in Clearing, with his snowman.
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Ryker C., 6
First grade, South Loop Elementary School, Chicago
A snowman scene by Ryker C., 6, a first-grader at South Loop Elementary School in Chicago.
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Ellasyn L., 8
Third-grader, home-schooled
Snowman art by Ellasyn L., 8, a third-grader who is home-schooled.
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Prisha T., 6
First grade, Skinner West Elementary School, West Loop
Artwork by Prisha T., 6, a first-grader at Skinner West Elementary School in the West Loop.
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Jezabel F., 9
Fourth grade, Hammond Elementary School, Little Village
A dazzling snowman by Jezabel F., 9, a fourth-grader at Hammond Elementary School in Little Village.
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April R., 6
First grade, South Loop Elementary School, Chicago
Artwork by April R., 6, a first-grader at South Loop Elementary School in Chicago.
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Ariana T., 7
Second grade, South Loop Elementary School, Chicago
Snowman adorned with flowers by Ariana T., 7, a second-grader at South Loop Elementary School in Chicago.
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Ella B., 5
Prekindergarten, Kiddie Kampus, New Lenox
A little snowman family by Ella B., 5, who’s in prekindergarten at the Kiddie Kampus in New Lenox.
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Reilly R., 7
First grade, Mount Greenwood Elementary School, Far Southwest Side
A Star Wars snowman, by Reilly R., 7, a first-grader at Mount Greenwood Elementary School on the Far Southwest Side.
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Colette C., 6
First grade, South Loop Elementary School, Chicago
Artwork by Colette C., 6, a first-grader at South Loop Elementary School in Chicago.
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Vikram K., 8
Third grade, South Loop Elementary School, Chicago
A Chicago snowman by Vikram K., 8, a third-grader at South Loop Elementary School in Chicago.
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Harper P., 9
Third grade, Hanover Countryside Elementary School, Streamwood
Topsy-turvy snowman by Harper P., 9, a third-grader at Hanover Countryside Elementary School in Streamwood.
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Emma K., 6
Kindergarten, South Loop Elementary School, Chicago
A purple-hatted little snowman by Emma K., who’s in kindergarten at South Loop Elementary School in Chicago.
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Michelle H., 9
Fourth grade, South Loop Elementary School, Chicago
Snowman with a view by Michelle H., 9, a fourth-grader at South Loop Elementary School in Chicago.
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Zaid T., 9
Fourth grade, Hilltop Elementary School, Elgin
Traveling snowpeople by Zaid T., 9, a fourth-grader at Hilltop Elementary School in Elgin.
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Eden M., 9
Third grade, Oliver Wendell Holmes Elementary School, Oak Park
Tropical snowman by Eden M., 9, a third-grader at Oliver Wendell Holmes Elementary School in Oak Park.
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