Ethan Kim, 6, of Mukilteo earned first place in the age 6-12 division of Mukilteo Mirror and Frame’s first Youth Art Contest, taking the $200 prize as he beat out older competitors.

Kim and his family saw his work, Nami and Me, in honor of his beloved dog who passed away,  custom framed at last week’s awards ceremony.

This year’s theme was Faces of Joy; Kim’s work shows he and Nami with truly glowing faces of joy.

Judge Irina Milton, first place winner Ethan Kim and owner Steve Brown with Kim’s winning entry and blue ribbon. Kim earned $200 for taking first place in Mukilteo Mirror and Frame’s first art contest.

Ella Dahl, 9,earned second place; Afro Sufi, 9, earned third, and owner’s choice went to Karlee Robison, 11. Catalina Romo, 9, earned recognition for best abstract, and Tyler Zastrow, 7 earned honorable mention.

All 36 entries are on display at Mukilteo Mirror & Frame gallery through Mar. 20.

“It is a delight to see all of the “Faces of Joy” hanging in a gallery setting and the children were in awe as they realized that they are truly young artists,” owner Steve Brown said.

Judge Irina Milton said she was very pleased to see such heartwarming art.

Brown said he enjoyed every moment and will sponsor events like this for years to come.

The older group’s awards ceremony, open to the public, is March 27, and again the winner will receive $200 plus have their art framed in grand style.