Winning artists will see festive cards displayed in homes across the area

By Rory Poulter

10th Dec 2021 | Local News

Six young artists have been selected to design the Christmas cards for Mayor of Richmond and the Council leader.

The winning festive themes chosen by the youngsters included Santa and his sleigh, robins, a hedgehog, snowmen, snow globes and decorated trees.

Hundreds of the cards will be sent to organisations, businesses and charities that the Council and Mayor have worked with throughout the year.

The mayor, Cllr Geoff Acton, said: "The standard of the entries for my card competition this year was amazing.

"Thank you to all the children who took part and sent me their entries. All of the young artists showed off their talent and the winning designs will look fantastic on my Christmas cards."

Council Leader, Cllr Gareth Roberts, added: "With so many wonderful creations to choose from the job of judging was incredibly difficult. Well done to everyone who took part in this year's competition."

The winners are:

Anthony Simonov (Age 11) Holy Trinity (Mayor's Card)

Ralphie Morriss (Age 6) St Osmunds (Mayor's Card)

Lilly Sophia Smee (Age 8) Vineyard (Mayor's Card)

Viana Madad (Age 7) Hampton Wick Infants (Leader's Card)

Emma Kecskes (Age 10) Kew Riverside Primary (Leader's Card)

James Carey (Age 6) Hampton Infant School (Leader's Card)

Runners up:

Lois Bryson (Age 8) Holy Trinity

Hayley Gold (Age 7) Chase Bridge

Ella Lau (Year 6) St Richards

Alexandra Foster (Age 6) Hampton Wick Infant School