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Art Scholarship Program

Nelson Defense Group proudly supports local creativity through its annual Art Scholarship, open to high school students across St. Croix County, the program awards three $500 scholarships to young artists who demonstrate talent, imagination, and passion. 

 

“It’s inspiring to share the creative stories of our local artists and be part of their journey,” – founder Attorney Aaron A. Nelson.

Collection of art scholarship paintings hanging on the wall

2025 Winners

Jordyn H.
Jordyn H.
Golden Hour, Hudson High School 2025
Harrison B.
Harrison B.
The Calm of Life, Somerset High School 2025
Liliana M.
Liliana M.
8 AM Bliss, Hudson High School
Griffin S.
Griffin S.
Golden Hour, Hudson High School 2025

Art Scholarship

All submissions for the Nelson Defense Group Art Scholarship must
include original artwork that was created for the purposes of the scholarship application or prepared during an art course this academic school year. In addition to the $500 scholarship award, students who
are selected will have their artwork displayed in the offices of the Nelson Defense Group for one year prior to returning the artwork to the student.


 

High school students interested in applying for the Nelson Defense Group Art Scholarship are encouraged to complete the online scholarship application form, along with a color photo of the original artwork to be considered.

DEADLINE: April 1st

2023 Winners

Greta S.
Greta S.
Downtown Lights, Hudson High School 2023
Thaddeus J.
Thaddeus J.
City’s Genesis, Hudson High School 2023
Juniper G.
Juniper G.
Octopuses, St. Croix Central High School 2023

2022 Winners

Eliza V.
Eliza V.
Hailey K.
Hailey K.