Pictured from left to right are student artists: Keira Amaris, Kassidy Hunt, Payton Kurosz and Kate Samlihan holding their artwork that was honored and featured at SCALA.
Four William Floyd High School seniors in Theresa Bianco’s art class were recently honored at the “All County & Senior Scholarship Art Show” sponsored by the Suffolk County Art Leaders Association (SCALA) in partnership with the Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts. For their efforts, the student-artists received certificates from Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Shaffer, as well as 17th District Suffolk County Legislator Tom Donnelly. The students and their families also enjoyed a special reception honoring their accomplishments.
Kassidy Hunt earned All-County accolades for her oil painting “Worldly Travels,” which encompassed a detailed rendering of a camera and items that are distinct to travel.
Payton Kurosz was also selected as an All-County winner for her acrylic painting “Life From a Different View,” which emulated a photo-realistic effect of a chocolate Labrador Retriever under water with his nose just touching the surface. Payton also won honorable mention in the painting category.
Keira Amaris displayed three art pieces at the event, including a charcoal piece titled “A Moment in Time,” which captures a feeling of being deep in thought while the rest of the world circles around you.
“Keira’s emphasis in her artwork is to create realistic portraits that also include interesting movement and perspectives,” said Mrs. Bianco. “She hopes to draw the viewers in and realize that simple moments can mean a lot but can also go by fast.”
Kate Samlihan was featured for her color pencil drawing titled “Lauttasaari,” which represents her family trip to Finland last year and a ride on the metro.
Congratulations to the student-artists on their accomplishments!
