Amazing Art Acclaimed And Applauded
Arick Ames
Staff Writer
Students put their talent and effort on display at this years art show at Waverly High school to show the judge, students and parents what they are made of. Even though not all will receive ribbons or get awarded for their art, students still get a chance to show off their work to others.
This one night gives everyone a chance to enjoy the artwork and provide students a time to get recognition.
“It is a celebration of what kids have accomplished,” art teacher Ken Adkisson said.
The show consists of students work that has been accumulated over the academic year and they are put on display in the commons. They are taped up and put on cafeteria tables at a reasonable height and distance for all to love. It is usually the same night as the last band concert, which lets not only students enjoy the work, but parents who are coming for their children’s performance.
The art show is just fun and games for some; a few artist really don’t care whether they place or not, rather they would just want people to see their work. But for some, it can be pretty serious. Especially since it can contribute to an art letter.
“I was honestly surprised that one of my pieces got first place,” sophomore Noah Tierney said.
Some people enjoy it no matter the outcome, while others could get upset if they expected to place and didn’t.
“Some kids are happy and surprised,” Adkisson said. “At the same time kids can get disappointed.”
Overall the art show is something that is uplifting and fun. Besides having Adkisson grade the projects weekly, the art show gives other people a chance, along with the judge, to have their own opinion about pieces.
That is probably one of the most favorited parts of the show.
“It is nice to see somebody elses opinion on a strong piece,” Adkisson said.
With the seniors who are actively a part of art class and Art Club, having this be their last show was very emotional. Some will continue with their art career in college but others had this last show to bask in the lime light.
“I’m really sad, I loved entering some of my pieces,” senior Taylor Kennicker said. “My favorite part was people’s reaction and how surprised they were to think that a high schooler can create a piece like that.”
Kennicker is a perfect example of a senior student who is passionate about what she does with her art and how she portrays it through the art show. Either way if there is someone who lives and breathes art or someone who can’t even draw a straight line, it is always important to appreciate the pieces that are put together. And the art show is a perfect way of doing that. Sometimes it’s better to show than to speak.
And after all, a picture is worth a thousand words.
