February 2, 2016

The UCF School of Visual Arts & Design announces the latest winner of the J.R. Hopes Art “Eye for Broadway” Art Competition.

Ashley Loonam is the winner for Kinky Boots. Ashley, a native of Long Island, New York, is pursuing a Design career, both inside and outside of school, with a dream to one day work for the Walt Disney Company.

The competition invites SVAD students to create art inspired by upcoming Broadway performances at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. Winners receive $500, and the chosen artworks will be displayed in the Dr. Phillips venue during the run of their respective Broadway shows.

The awards, sponsored by Jim Hopes, are dedicated to nurturing young artists at UCF, encouraging them to make an impact in the Orlando community and beyond.

Visit the Eye For Broadway website to see previous winners and to submit your entry for upcoming art competitions including Dr. Suess’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical and The Sound of Music.