A student from PS 56 The Louis Desario in Staten Island, New York, has won the New York State contest for the 16th annual Doodle for Google art contest. Benson Li’s drawing, titled “The Future of Transportation,” is now competing in the fourth and fifth grade category for the national title. The theme for this year’s contest was “My wish for the next 25 years…” and Benson’s drawing depicts a futuristic transport floating above the earth, representing his wish for safer and more efficient transportation in the future.
Benson’s creative piece has landed him in the running for the overall title, which will be decided by a public vote. Staten Islanders can show their support by voting for his art on the contest website until June 4th. The winner of the contest will receive a $55,000 college scholarship, a $50,000 technology package for their school, and their artwork will be featured on Google.com.
Benson wrote in his submission that his drawing symbolizes his hope for the next 25 years of advancement in transportation technology, allowing for safer and more productive travel. He envisions a future where vehicles can drive themselves, saving time for passengers and improving overall transportation systems.
To help Benson win the national title for the Doodle for Google art contest, Staten Islanders can visit the contest website at doodles.google.com/d4g/ and cast their votes for his drawing in the fourth and fifth grade category. This opportunity allows the public to support young artists like Benson and help them achieve recognition for their creativity and talent.
Overall, Benson’s success in the New York State contest showcases his artistic abilities and creativity in response to the prompt provided by Google. His drawing highlights his vision for the future of transportation and the innovation he believes will transform the way we travel in the next 25 years. Through public voting, Benson has the chance to win the national title and receive valuable prizes to support his education and artistic pursuits.
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