Abigail da Silva has been recognized for her academic achievements, art skills, service and leadership with numerous awards.  Most recently she has been inducted in the The National Society of Collegiate Scholars. She has earned the Girl Scout Gold Award for service and leadership, the Congressional Gold Award for service and personal development, and a Presidential Scholarship at her university for academic achievement while offering her skills in service to her community.  She graduated with honors from Rochester Institute of Technology with a degree in digital graphic art.  Other honors include AP scholar, the Scholastic Silver Key for ceramics, the Presidential Volunteer Service Award, and Top Finalist in the Diverse Minds Youth Writing Challenge. Abby has also earned a certificate for Paleontological Training Program (PTP) from the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History, DC. She works in digital art, ink, marker, pencil, acrylic, ceramics, and fabric.