Two St. Ignatius of Loyola student artists currently have artwork displayed in exhibitions sponsored by the Ohio Art Education Association (OAEA) at the King Arts Complex in Columbus, Ohio.
Congratulations to fourth grader Beckett N. who has a paper collage displayed in the Young People’s Art Exhibit (YPAE), and to fifth grader Camryn P. who has a fabric artwork displayed in the Youth Art Month Exhibit (YAM).
The OAEA sponsors the annual exhibitions every March, which is recognized as Youth Art Month, to celebrate and honor K-8 student art throughout the state of Ohio. Less than 100 artworks were chosen by K-12 students across the state of Ohio for each of these exhibits. The artwork will be on display until March 18.
Beckett’s collage was inspired by the artwork of Cincinnati artist Charley Harper. After studying Harper’s artwork, Beckett created a cut paper collage depicting a blue jay.
Camryn’s fabric artwork was inspired by South American arpilleras. After learning about the history of arpilleras, and seeing the methods and materials used to make these artworks, Camryn created a “family portrait” scene using fabric, thread, yarn, pom-poms, and produce netting.
“Having their artworks included in these statewide exhibits is great recognition of their artistic achievement,” said Mrs. Kate Mills, St. Ignatius art teacher.
We are proud of you Beckett and Camryn!
