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The Boonton High School Honors Art Show, held at the Maxfield Gallery on Main Street from April 24 to May 2, was nothing short of amazing.
The show featured all kinds of artwork _ from paintings and drawings to sculptures, digital art, and photography. Each piece was unique and showed just how skilled and gifted the students of BHS really are. It was clear that a lot of time, effort and heart went into every project on display.
Senior Vivian Burbridge was one of the students who showed off her talents and creativity. Burbridge, who plans to be an art teacher, had five pieces in the show, including a self portrait and one that showcased the backseat of her Ford SUV.
“I love art because it’s a way to express myself without words,” said Burbridge, headed to Montclair University in the fall.
Graphite, or pencil, is a mineral derived from carbon and it is Burbridge’s favorite medium.
As a freshman, Burbridge did a teacup drawing that took six months to complete. Her inspiration was her grandmother’s teacup and teapot collection.
“My grandmother is a very dainty person,” she said.
Matthew Espinosa, who had several sculptures in the show, sees art as a way to relax.
Espinosa’s pieces were interesting and featured a raccoon tail taken from an old “Davy Crockett” hat and an animal skull found in a local park.
“Sculpting, using your hands, is a destresser,” Espinosa said.
Families, friends, and community members, walked through the exhibits in awe. Many stopped to take pictures, ask questions, and admire the details in each work of art. The room was filled with excitement and pride as people celebrated the students’ talents.
For the student artists, it was a special moment to shine. They got to share their work with others and feel the joy of being recognized and appreciated.
Many said it was inspiring to see their classmates’ work and be part of something so meaningful.
“The students did an incredible job,” said Ms. Angelillo, the art teacher. “They worked very, very hard. It was beautiful to see all of the hard work come to fruition.”
Overall, the Boonton High School art show was a huge success. It was a night full of color, creativity, and community, and one that won’t be forgotten anytime soon.
In addition to Burbridge and Espinosa, the works of Riley Wendt, Leah Le Pera, Cameron Harodetsky, Emma Bledsoe, Antonio De La Rosa, Brianna Balsamo, Caden Loftus and Miki Sakamoto were displayed at the show.
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