2025 Nassau County High School Scholarship
Generously sponsored by the Kazickas Family Foundation
THE ART GUILD is pleased to sponsor scholarships for graduating seniors who attend high school in Nassau County. Scholarships will be awarded to students who will pursue the visual arts following their high school graduation, and who have demonstrated their commitment to any of the visual arts. This includes, but is not limited to: drawing, painting, sculpture, fashion design, set design, photography and architecture. If you are in theater/set design, you must have had a major part in the design and creation of the described sets/props etc. Award recipients will be selected by The Art Guild. All decisions are final.
DEADLINE: April 7th, 2025
AWARDS CEREMONY: Members Showcase June 6th, 2025
Congratulations to the 2025 NCHS winners
Andrew Mo, Carolina Villadiego, and Kseniya Khodjakhanova
Syosset High School
Andrew Mo
Ever since I could hold a crayon, art has been a constant in my life, evolving from a cherished pastime into a powerful means of self-expression. Through volunteer work with the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center (TRSAC), I’ve used art to inspire awareness and action, from creating conservation-based exhibits to repurposing beach litter into impactful installations, I thrive in collaborative spaces where artists fuel each other’s growth and passion. Whether chiseling away in a late night studio session or leading a community exhibit, I’m driven by the belief that visual art can connect people and catalyze change.
Lynbrook High School
Carolina Villadiego
Art has always been a form of visually expressing my emotions and connecting with myself. I have always had a hard time speaking or writing but when I create art, the possibilities are endless and I feel free. Playing with different mediums and techniques has helped me explore my identity and over time my love for art has grown. I made a lot of art last year for classes but when they were over, I still wanted to create more which helped me decide to study the visual arts.
Syosset High School
Kseniya Khodjakhanova
I plan to pursue a career in visual arts, focusing on cultural identity, social issues, and personal storytelling. I aim to attend an art school or university with a strong fine arts or illustration program to refine my skills. My experience at the Tashkent State Museum of Arts sparked my interest in curatorial work, so I am open to museum or exhibition design opportunities. Ultimately, I hope to create art that fosters connection and conversation while exploring themes of identity and heritage. Whether through fine art, illustration, or cultural work, I want my creativity to make a meaningful impact.