Scholastic National Silver Medal, Scholastic National Gold Key; Giant Pacific Octopus, colored pencil and marker
CA Shortlisted 2026; Figures, india ink
Scholastic Regional Silver Key; Heron, colored pencil
Linocut Print; Linoleum, Ink
CA Shortlisted 2026; Yellow Falcon, cut paper, paint, colored pencil
Sketchbook spread, tombow fudenosuke pen
Scholastic Regional Silver Key; Rusalka, linocut print
Species Journal; (I've got hundreds of these)
Sketchbook page; experimental left hand
Commissioned piece; cut paper, paint, colored pencil
Sketchbook page
Experimental sketchbook spread; acrylic, tracing paper
Charcoal Reduction study; stick charcoal, kneaded eraser
Large scale sketchbook page; tombow fudenosuke pen
Wearable art, various materials
Sketchbook page
Sketchbook spread
Bio comic sequential art; ink on paper
Scholastic Regional Honorable Mention; commissioned piece for Pattern Magazine, ink on paper, colored digitally
Sharpie studies
Awards
2025 Scholastic National Gold Key Award in Drawing & Illustration
2025 Scholastic Regional Gold Key Award in Drawing & Illustration
2025 Scholastic Regional Silver Key Award in Drawing & Illustration
2025 Scholastic Regional Silver Key Award in Printmaking
2025 (3) Scholastic Regional Honorable Mentions in Drawing & Illustration
2025 Scholastic Regional Honorable Mention in Comic Art
Student Info
School: Dullaghan Homeschool
Graduation Year: 2027
vedadullaghan@gmail.com
vedadullaghan.com
List of Achievements
Entrepreneurship and Creativity
June 2023 - present
Launched and manages an online shop featuring original art on T-shirts and various wares, showcasing a combination of creativity and entrepreneurial spirit.
Designed and produced a unique line of products called Tiny Friendly Monsters made from upcycled materials, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and innovation.
Successfully participated as an art vendor at prominent events, including the Earth Day Art Fair, Bloomington Handmade Market, and Mellow Yellow Festival, gaining experience in sales and customer interaction.
Oversees all aspects of her business, from product creation and branding to marketing and direct sales, building a solid foundation in business operations.
Maintains an art blog documenting her growth and progress as an artist, sharing insights into her creative process and inspiring others through her journey.
Creative Instructor, Create Art Studio Indy
December 2023 - present
Teaches creative sewing classes to children, promoting creativity through hands-on projects.
Co-leads block printing workshops for adults, guiding participants in printmaking techniques and creative expression.
Volunteer Instructor, White Pine Wilderness Academy
June 2021 - present
Progressed from student to volunteer instructor, demonstrating commitment and leadership within the organization.
Mentored younger students in wilderness skills, fostering a sense of community and teaching outdoor safety, survival techniques, and environmental stewardship.
Played an integral role in development of species journals, assisting young students with drawing, research and visual presentation.