Artwork by three Brown County artists will soon be on display at the Statehouse.

State Rep. Chris May, a Bedford Republican, says that Patricia Rhoden Bartels, Jessica Bussert and Sharon Bussert, all of Nashville, were selected to have their artwork decorate the Statehouse as part of Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch’s Hoosier Women Artists 2018 initiative. The initiative is an annual contest recognizing the importance of the arts by showcasing drawings, paintings and photography.

“We have some of the most talented Indiana artists living in our community,” May said. “I would like to congratulate Sharon, Patricia and Jessica on being recognized by the lieutenant governor. These are amazing pieces of art that will be shared with those visiting the Statehouse for the next year.”

May says that Bartels’ work, titled “Grandma’s Garden,” will be displayed in the office of Treasurer of State Kelly Mitchell. Jessica Bussert’s work, titled “Fog House,” will be displayed in Lt. Governor Crouch’s office, as will Sharon Bussert’s piece, titled “Waterfall at Strahl Lake.”

Rep. May says that these artists, and others, were honored at a Statehouse ceremony on Wednesday, which recognized the talents of women throughout Indiana.