Five Towns College Celebrates the Success of the Long Island Media Arts Show
For another successful year, Five Towns College presented the Long Island Media Arts Show (LIMAS)—the only event of its kind that connects emerging media artists with leading industry professionals!
For decades, Five Towns College has hosted this transformative event, recognizing the power of mentorship and professional exposure in shaping the next generation of creative talent. The LIMAS is more than just an inspiring launchpad—it’s a bridge between passion and profession, showing students that their artistic abilities can lead to dynamic, rewarding careers in media and digital arts. Thank you to the high school educators and students who attended!
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What is the Long Island Media Arts Show?
With roots dating back to the 1970s in the Office of the New York State Summer School for the Arts, LIMAS was created to identify and nurture artistically talented students. Over the years, it moved between several locations, all while staying true to its mission of inspiring and empowering young artists. In 1985, LIMAS found its permanent home at Five Towns College.
What began as a juried art and film showcase for high school students in Nassau and Suffolk counties, LIMAS has since evolved into a large-scale conference and exhibition, drawing over 400 students to celebrate digital art and innovation. While still featuring its signature juried exhibition and film festival, the event has expanded to include hands-on workshops and educational seminars led by top industry professionals, solidifying its reputation as a premier platform for education, creativity, and artistic excellence.
High School Artists at the Heart of LIMAS Mission
At the heart of LIMAS is the Long Island High School Media Arts Competition in which the region’s most talented young student artists showcase their work in Film and Motion Graphics, 2D Design, Photography, Animation and other digital art forms. Competing for prestigious awards and scholarships, these students gain valuable exposure and recognition.
This year, nearly 300 submissions were shared from artists from over 20 of the region’s high schools. Of these submissions, nine were selected by a panel of professional artist judges to take the prize.
This year’s LIMAS award winners include:
- Best In Show: Still Image: Mother in Memory by Jerry Wang from Great Neck South High School
- Best in Show: Motion Art: Resonant Harmony Trailer by Nicholas Miceli from Long Island High School for the Arts
- Excellence in 2D Art: Representational: Girl in the Mirror by Melody Mattia from Commack High School
- Excellence in 2D Art: Abstract: Bleeding Fluorescence by Kathleen Yun from Northport High School
- Excellent in Photography: Key to the City by Mila K. Yurter from Oyster Bay High School
- Excellence in Animation: Theft and Bakery by Benjamin Krieger from Patchogue Medford High School
- Excellence in Film: Alternative: Père somnambule absurde by Alex Daniel Benkov from Bixhorn Technical Center
- Best Film (Non-Fiction): Hallway Etiquette PSA by Ethan Engelson and Jake Haft from Long Beach High School
- Excellence in Film: Narrative: Vices by Stephen Mark Lundberg from Sachem North High School
In addition to the excellent student artists, the award for Outstanding Media Arts School for the 2025 LIMAS went to Long Beach High School. Congratulations to all the award recipients!
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