A young artist from North Cardiff will see his work showcased around Wales, the borders, and South West England on the side of a lorry, after winning a Wales-wide art competition.
Seth King, aged 9, from Ysgol Y Wern in Llanishen won the competition, launched by Castell Howell, the catering supplier for schools in Cardiff.
The company invited primary school pupils across Wales to create artwork depicting their ideal summer holiday in Wales and saw an overwhelming response from more than 3,000 budding artists.
Seth's drawing captured the essence of Welsh tourism with a vibrant and imaginative picture which now features on a 16-tonne Castell Howell lorry along with Seth's name and school.
Seth also won an iPad and a £2,500 investment for the school.
Headteacher Moira Kellaway said: "The competition enabled us to celebrate Seth's remarkable talent as a budding artist and his winning design certainly brought a smile to his classmates' faces here at Ysgol y Wern.
"It was an utter joy to see Seth's reaction on seeing the lorry enter the school yard and we were immediately drawn to his great dynamic image."
Castell Howell's School Lorry Art Competition has a history of engaging children in creative activities with previous competitions seeing £10,000 donated across four winning primary schools, making a significant impact on local communities.
Matt Lewis, managing director of Castell Howell said: "Selecting a winner from the thousands of entries wasn't easy, but Seth's design really stood out to us. We loved the bright, colourful and beautifully drawn illustration that truly captured what Wales has to offer."
Cardiff Council's deputy leader and cabinet member for education, Sarah Merry said: "We have worked with Castell Howell for more than eight years and we are grateful for this fantastic opportunity which involves children and encourages them to foster a sense of pride and connection to their heritage.
"The award not only benefits Seth personally, but also supports Ysgol Y Wern in enhancing their facilities which can be enjoyed by pupils and staff at the school.
"Congratulations to Seth, we look forward to seeing his artwork as it travels across the country."
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