Photo credit: Mia Maxwell[/caption]On Wednesday, December 17, the OHS art department held its winter art show to display the artistic talent and beauty that the art students produced this semester during their classes. All levels of art classes were represented by their paintings, drawings, and sculptures. All parents and community members were invited to come, and art students were encouraged to attend.
The art show is loved by all people, students and parents alike, because it is a way to extend Orange High School’s reach in the community and to show off the art students’ abilities to the community.
Students were abundant at the art show and many had great reactions to the art show. Mia Maxwell, a current art student at OHS, said, “I think the art show is a great opportunity for the community to see what Orange High School art students are doing. I'm glad I could be a part of it.” Also, Art Club members attended the show and Kathryn Obenshain commented, “All of the pieces looked very good and they took a very long time to perfect.”
Some of the best art was the food gallery, which exhibited sculptures, drawings and paintings of the food that the art students choose.
The art from the art show has been hanging around in the lobby of OHS since December 15. Some students and faculty might not have been able to attend the art show and this has given all the students and faculty a chance to see the art students’ works.
Photo credit: Hannah Link[/caption]The Orange High School art department has created tasty treats just in time for the holiday season. Although they appear delicious, they are not edible. These delightful desserts are strategically crafted out of clay and canvas. They are displayed in the Learning Commons and will remain there throughout the holiday season.
The Art 1 students used their creative senses to make desserts crafted out of clay. The desserts range from cakes and pies to pastries and ice cream. The pies and cakes, some many layers high, are intricately designed and encompass a wide variety of flavors, colors, and textures. That’s not all though--some of the art pieces are paintings of wedding cakes, cupcakes, cheesecakes, and pies. Although they are not 3D, they are still visually attractive and even mimic the textures of the icing and cream on the cake.
These treats look good, but how do they taste? As part of the art show, the students provided a family recipe with the desserts that they made. Now those secret family recipes are being revealed to the public. Don’t miss your opportunity to taste test all of these gourmet desserts. There are recipes for Carolina Compton’s Irresistible Key Lime Pie, Noah Kelly’s Mouth Watering Waffles with Strawberries and Cream, and Jose Lazano’s Incredible Banana Nut Cake.
Come to the Learning Commons to check out these delicious desserts and get your dessert ideas for the holiday season.
Photo Credit: Kathryn ObenshainThe new Art Club murals.[/caption]
The art department unveiled eight murals at homecoming. Many groups worked together to make this possible and donated supplies. The PTSO, Student Government Association, and Art Club collaborated on this project. A total of eight panels made of marine plywood were primed by the ag department and given to the Art Club to paint last year.
Elizabeth Dell-Jones, the art teacher here at Orange, said that she agreed when the PTSO asked her if she could do the project, not knowing its size. She was overwhelmed when she learned the size, but, with the creative minds in her classes and Art Club, she was able to go above and beyond.
Patrick Pettiford and Mary Giordano, two seniors last year, had a large part in the painting of these murals. In fact, Pettiford’s original ideas are in every mural. But everyone could add a little bit of themselves to the murals. For example, Haven Roberts painted an armadillo because it is her signature thing.
That being said, the murals vary in theme. One has mice, while others have mermaids and mythical creatures. “[These murals are] random iconic images from the hearts and minds of these very creative people,” says Dell-Jones. Many hours were spent meticulously painting the finest of details.
The renovations were done by librarian Shea Mustian, principal Jason Johnson, Pam Jones, and architect Ken Redford. The overall goal was to make the library more modern and sleek. Mustian stated, “[The library] needed an update to bring us into the 21st century with the look. Our goal was to get more students and traffic flow, [to be] more teen friendly and technology friendly, and to be brought up to speed with university and college libraries.” A lot of research went into the making of the new library.
However, the changes aren’t done yet. Starting this week, student artwork will be put up in the library and changed out with the different projects that the art classes are doing. Also, in coming months, new technology will be added, open for student use. A green screen will be added, along with computers programmed with video editing software. A remote-controlled digital monitor will also be added that will be able to go into the ceiling. These renovations will most likely be done by January or February. Ribbon cutting will take place when those are complete.
So far the feedback for the library has been all positive. Many students have commented on how much nicer it looks compared to years past. The colorful design has brought a lot of life into the library, making it more enjoyable to work in. Mustian encourages students to come in often, even to just hang out in the mornings. So make sure to take a trip down to the library and check out the new and improved look!
May 22, 2013, the spring art show took place from 4:30-6:30 pm in the Orange High School lobby. Many students and parents gathered to see what the OHS art program has been doing this semester. Various paintings, potter pieces, sketches, and sculptures were on display. The showcase brought in lots of interested families and was a huge success.
The show was presented by the artists and art teachers, Elizabeth Dell-Jones and Mary Parker. They were able to meet parents and art enthusiasts and show the workmanship of Orange’s artists. They talked about the students and how far they’ve come.
Art student Cierra Smith said, “The art show was very relaxed, and it was nice for people in the community to come be involved with the program.” Viewers enjoyed drinks and different snacks while browsing the lobby.
People at all different levels and grades showed their art. A big hit of the night were the self portraits by Art II, and the Dragon Sculpture set by senior Ashley Hinkle.
The art program’s show was a huge hit, and there are high hopes for next year’s art. Congratulations to the OHS art program for their outstanding success.Written by Ashley Hinkle
December 19, students who are currently enrolled in art courses for the first semester of the 2012-2013 school year proudly displayed their best artworks in the OHS' main lobby. The art teachers, Mrs. Dell-Jones and Mrs. Parker, put on this art show every semester and give the students extra credit for the number of guests that they bring.
During the event students ran a free refreshment table serving punch, cookies, crackers and rice crispy treats. All of the concessions were generous donations given to the art department by the art students themselves, with some help from parents as well. The art show was a success. Many people showed up and said they enjoyed the displays. Guests remarked on how talented the students were and said they cannot wait until the next one.
The next art show will be held in the spring for Mrs. Parker and Mrs. Dell-Jones's second semester art students. Asha Parham, a senior, said, “All of the art work was beautiful. We have really talented artists at Orange.”