Six Carmel College students demonstrated exceptional confidence, insight, and public speaking skills this week as they took part in the Articulation Prize internal heat, a prestigious national competition organised by the National Gallery.
The Articulation Prize is an annual public speaking competition for young people aged 16–19 across the UK and Singapore. It challenges students to deliver a 10-minute presentation on a chosen artwork, architectural piece, or artefact, encouraging deep engagement with visual culture and the development of critical thinking and communication skills.
Speaking to a packed hall of their peers, Carmel College students delivered thoughtful and passionate presentations, impressing judges with both their subject knowledge and their ability to articulate complex ideas with clarity and confidence.
The students who took part were:
- Nikki Lam – Cueva De Las Manos, Río Pinturas
- Woody Walsh – A Bar at the Folies-Bergère by Édouard Manet
- Sophie Moore – New Kids in the Neighborhood by Norman Rockwell
- Benjamin Guy – She by John Stezaker
- Emma Harrison – Things I Know to Be True by Frantic Assembly
- Arlo McCarthy – We Are All Flesh by Berlinde De Bruyckere
Following a highly competitive heat, Sophie Moore was selected to progress to the Regional Heat, which will take place at The Whitworth Art Gallery on 27 February. Should she be successful, Sophie will go on to represent Carmel College at the National Final in London later this year.
All participants are to be congratulated for their outstanding efforts. Their presentations were engaging, perceptive, and showcased remarkable courage in speaking publicly before a large audience.
Well done to everyone involved on an impressive achievement.
