May 2 marked the first Maverick Senior Art show where AP Studio and Advanced art students in their final year of high school showed off their work from over the years. This event was a celebration of the seniors’ achievements and their artistic expression.
The Senior Art Show underscores the art department’s commitment to fostering creativity and innovation among its students and brings out the artistic sides of students not seen every day.
“I really enjoyed my time at the senior art show. It was really cool to see the more creative and introspective sides of my students, that I don’t normally get to see in my courses,” AP Statistics teacher Rhea Mandalia said. “It always feels great when I’m able to support students in their passions.”
Each piece in the exhibit tells a unique story, exploring various themes and employing different techniques. From the exploration of identity to modern interpretations of society, the artwork reflects the individuality and creativity of the students.
“There were a lot of pieces that stood out to me, and for many reasons,” Mandalia said. “I really liked Amaya’s jellyfish and frog plant waterer sculptures, Chloe’s artwork that was a glimpse into her life over the summer, Sehar’s chicken kabob sculpture and Daniel’s self-love vs self-hate artwork. I also like the theme and work behind Aditi’s depictions of feminine rage throughout a woman’s life.”
Junior art students who attended the event also eagerly anticipate carrying its legacy forward. Among them, junior Diya Rautela shared her experience of finding inspiration from the showcase.
“It was really cool to see the artworks made by our seniors and their growth throughout their time in high school. As a soon-to-be senior I definitely want to have one for my senior year,” Rautela said. “It was really motivating to see everything they had achieved during their time at Emerson and made me really excited about continuing art in my last year of high school.”
As the graduating class prepares to embark on new adventures, the Senior Art Show serves as a celebration of their achievements and a testament to their dedication to the arts. It is a moment to recognize and applaud their talent, hard work, and passion for creativity.
“It was really cool to not only see all of my fellow senior art peers celebrate their work and the end of their high school art career but also see my own teachers recognize and be proud of the art we’ve made,” senior Leina Beshir said. “I hope this tradition continues as we get more seniors to sign our art sheet that will fill up for many years to come.”
