So much great art, so little time!
Methuen Public Schools’ K-12 art exhibition, “You Are Art,” gloriously filled the main and upper levels of Nevins Memorial Library for two weeks last month. It seemed every wall, shelf, table and corner had something vibrant and special to see!
On Opening Night, families filled the Great Hall where MPS Fine Arts Supervisor Cheryl Mancini encouraged guests to soak in the creations. She also recognized the dedication of Methuen’s art teachers, and handed out awards and scholarships.
Awards for Student Artist Achievement were based on their artistic work and their school-day attitude.
“These students are not just great artists, but also great human beings in the classroom,” Mancini told the crowd.
The awards were given as follows:
CGS: Ernesto Jaquez Fiallo (grade 4) and Sophia Perrotta (grade 8).
Marsh: Mirayah Campbell (grade 4) and Doreen Marmol (grade 8).
Timony: Rowan Sargent (grade 4) and Anjely Arias (grade 6).
Tenney: Samara Torres Medina (grade 4) and Caisley Delisle (grade 5).
Methuen High School: Alexa Rabs and Emma Lam (grade 11) and Allysa Cassidy, Zaria Nelson, Nicoll Alcaraz Cartagena, Analyaliz Caminero and Zain Ansara (grade 12).
The JD Memorial Scholarship for the Arts went to six students who have been accepted into a post-high school program to study fine arts (drama, music, fine arts, etc.). Each received $1,500. This year’s winners are Mackenzie Yirell, Zaria Nelson, James Lug, Julissa Medina, AJ MacLeod and Calysa Alba.
“Thanks for helping me and my friends reach our dreams!” AJ told the Danielses.
There was also a Fine Arts Silent Auction near the main entrance, where guests could bid on student-made art. Proceeds will benefit Methuen students who study art in college.
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- This piece, inspired by American artist and social activist Keith Haring, was crafted by students in Methuen High’s Unified Arts, bringing together kids who have a diverse range of learning needs.
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- Joe and Jody Daniels (center) are flanked by this year’s winners of the JD Memorial Scholarship for the Arts, named for their son who was killed in 1997 by a hit-and-run driver as he walked on Washington Street with friends to celebrate his 13th birthday. JD dreamed of becoming an artist, and the scholarships go to students who are furthering their education in fine arts.
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- Timony fourth-grader Rowan Sargent was recognized as a terrific artist and a wonderful student!
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- Student-made drawings, painting, graphic art, pottery and so much more filled Nevins Library last month during Methuen Public Schools’ Districtwide Art Exhibition, “You Are Art.” MethuenLife photos by Melissa Fili
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- The art show was a family affair for Marsh eighth-grader Samantha Pratt (kneeling next to her 3-D design). Enjoying her creativity are (from left) dad Jeff, grandmother Josephine, sibling Jasper and grandfather Don … who was armed with his digital camera to capture the day! Mom Jeanine was with Samantha’s sister Cassandra checking out her art in another part of the library.
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- Timony seventh-graders collected empty water bottles and using wire and paint, turned them into this colorful form!
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- Giant hand-crafted heads, made by high schoolers, took their place atop the piano in the Great Hall.
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- Art ran the gamut and showed creativity and individuality!
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- Bones are beautiful! Artwork by CGS sixth-grader Giulia Barbosa.
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- This school of lovely fish was crafted by CGS students in Mrs. Donaghey’s class.
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- Masks and puppets, made by Timony students, were perched on bookcases in the Fireplace Room.
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- The pottery created by MHS senior Anayaliz Caminero (shown) “has a language of its own, shapes of its own,” said proud teacher Stephannie Themeles.
