Benton artist wins prize in contest
Artist Biki Chaplain of Benton was among the top four winners of a large art contest titled "Sunsational" held at The Hartley Art Gallery in Herrin.
The show was sponsored by People's National Bank of Herrin and Mr. and Mrs. Bob Trench.
The winners were chosen by the community. The artwork was on exhibit from May 14 to July 31.
Chaplain sells her oil paintings nationwide and also may be contacted for private art commission work.
Her work also may be viewed at The Buzz in downtown Benton, as well as The Hartley Art Gallery.</group><group id="C1F88EDF-8057-4D9A-98A6-676EA5AE206B" type="seoLabels">