NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. A.J. Riina, a third-grader at Daniel Webster Elementary School, is proud to have his artwork shown in the New Rochelle Public Librarys 34th annual Our Children, Our Artists, exhibit.
I cant believe that this is my artwork in this big exhibit, he said.
Riina was one of 25 students from the districts seven elementary schools to have their work displayed in the exhibit that showcases the art of students from throughout the year. These include sculptures, clay, art techniques through the method of printing and Styrofoam, collage, water-color pieces, colored pencil drawings, and pastel designs.
Teachers chose what students would create in order to meet the requirements of the districts curriculum. Students then made their own art pieces to develop skills needed as they move on in their art career or whatever path they choose.
Daniel Webster special education student Cristian Perdomo created a print design in his mainstream studio art class.
Im proud that they're showing my work at the library, he said. I feel really happy. Im happy because I made it.
The exhibit, set up by artist and art teacher Erica Bogin, will be featured at the library through May 9, in both the librarys Lumen Winter Gallery and Community Gallery.
The work of middle and high school students will then be exhibited from May 16 through May 23.
A reception and awards ceremony for the elementary school students was held on Wednesday in the Library. The reception and event for the middle and high school students will be on Wednesday, May 16, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
New Rochelle Schools Assistant Superintendent Jeffrey Korostoff and Supervisor of Music and Art Mark Schneider addressed the parents, students, and art teachers at the occasion.
The works show much engagement and passion, no matter the median, said Schneider.
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