From staff reports
BIRMINGHAM — The Liz Moore Low Vision Center at St. Vincent’s East highlighted the talents of students who are vision impaired or blind at its annual holiday art contest on Tuesday, Dec. 16.
The event took place in the First Floor Atrium at St. Vincent’s East, which is located at 50 Medical Park East Drive.
Students across Alabama were asked to illustrate this year’s theme, “O Christmas Tree,” through their artwork. Sixty students from seven school systems submitted their artwork, which was displayed at the event.
The framed artwork was judged before the event, with the first place, second place, and third place prizes given out during the program. Seth Harris won first place, Meredith Pell took second place and finishing in third place was Saniya Sanders.
All students, however, received a gift for participating. A special spirit award was given in honor of the center’s namesake Liz Moore, who passed away earlier this year, to the student who exemplifies her generous spirit.
Special guests included the Moore family and Miss Alabama 2014 Caitlin Brunell.
“We’re excited to once again showcase the artistic talents of our local students with our 13th annual holiday art contest,” said Liz Moore Low Vision Center Manager Michelle Belcher. “This event is a special opportunity to celebrate the holidays and to bring awareness to the community on how St. Vincent’s East can help support those with low vision. We are proud to continue the legacy of the late Liz Moore.”
The Liz Moore Low Vision Center at St. Vincent’s East strives to help individuals with low vision by teaching them the skills they need to cope with various challenges and by providing them with the support to function in daily life. Low vision may be defined as visual acuity, after correction, that is not sufficient enough to allow a person to do the things he or she wants to do.