A YOUNGSTER has demonstrated his artistic flair after winning an art competition.

Niall Collins, ten, from Eldon Grove Primary School, Hartlepool, won Supply Desk's Christmas art and design competition for Key Stage Two students.

Niall's depiction of a night-time festive scene secured him the Teesside prize.

He will receive a professional artist's kit and a framed copy of his artwork.

Prizes were also awarded to Key Stage One winner Jordan Wilson, four, from Village Primary School, in Thornaby, near Stockton, and Cheryl McDonald, seven, from Springwell School, Hartlepool, who won the special educational needs category.

Published: 07/12/2004