Located atop "The Box" near the main staircase, Mrs. Nelson's 3D art class created a herd of custom-sculpted horses to greet students and staff as they head off to class.
Tasked with imitating the artistic stylings of Deborah Butterfield, each group of students came up with their own unique interpretation of a Mustang based on the medium they were given (wire, wood, cardboard, etc.).
We caught up with the artists to learn more about their creative process as well as inspiration behind each creation:
"Barbara": Leaning into the stylings of Deborah Butterfield, this group aimed to mimic the look of barbed wire. They named the piece "Barbara" as a play on barbed wire.
"We Bare Horses": Breaking away from a traditional single figure, this group's goal was to create a sculpture of three horses stacked on top of each other out of water bottles.
"Patchwork": True to its name, "Patchwork" is a unique horse sculpture crafted completely out of, you guessed it, fabric!
"Thorse": This group used cardboard to create a sculpture inspired by The Mighty Thor. Fittingly named "Thorse," this heroic horse even comes complete with its own hammer!
"Tinny Thomas": Crafted by Timmy, Erik, and Ira, this horse is made entirely out of aluminum foil. The group noted that the most difficult part of the project was constructing the legs and keeping them securely attached so the horse could stand up on its own.
"Hershey": Built out of wood, this sculpture was playfully described by its creators as looking a bit like a cow. The group named it "Hershey" simply because they love chocolate.
This staircase gallery is a fantastic testament to the creativity and problem-solving skills of our students as they worked to create something beautiful out of what is often considered to be simple materials.
Next time you're walking through the halls, be sure to stop by and admire the hard work of Mrs. Nelson's 3D class while the exhibit is still live!
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