Happy Mothers' Day!A Day Full of Love

This Mother’s Day, our Kindergarten artists created heartfelt handmade gifts to celebrate the special people who help them shine. Each project gave students a chance to explore art while expressing love, appreciation, and gratitude. 

A Gem Stand for Mom ( seen on the left)

Students designed their own sparkling “gem stands” to show just how brightly their mothers shine. Through drawing, color, and gem shapes, they created a special tribute inspired by the idea that every mother is a precious gem. 

A Box of Chocolates (upper right)

Our self-contained Kindergarten artists created sweet, one-of-a-kind boxes of chocolates using glitter glue, foam, paper, and decorative doilies. Students experimented with different textures and shapes to make each chocolate—and each box—unique. 

Framed Hearts of Love
Our self-contained Kindergarten and 1st grade students created heart ornaments to celebrate the love they share with their families. Using colorful papers and collage materials, they decorated their hearts as lasting reminders that love is something we can carry with us every day.

As their art teacher, I loved watching students make thoughtful choices, experiment with materials, and put their own personal touch into each gift. These little works of art may be small, but they are filled with big love!

Second Grade Self-Portraits Inspired by Jean-Michel Basquiat.​

In this vibrant collection, second grade students explore the inner world of self-expression through art inspired by Jean-Michel Basquiat’s powerful self-portraits. Focusing on what lies beneath the surface, students studied human organs, learning about the heart, lungs, and more, then used oil pastels to bend and blend colors in bold and unexpected ways.This exhibit celebrates individuality over perfection—each piece is a unique expression of the artist’s identity and emotions.  Celebrating creativity, self-discovery, and the fearless spirit of these young artists as they reveal their colorful selves “inside out.”​

SHOUT OUT! Emma's work is exhibited in the Basquiat project in the Brooklyn Museum. 

Growing Up: Kindergarten Self-Portraits in Bloom​

Our Kindergarten artists explored the theme of growing up by creating mixed-media self-portraits that celebrate who they are and who they are becoming. Students began by drawing their faces and carefully observing their unique features. They then added a tall plant growing from their portraits, symbolizing how they learn, grow, and change every day.​

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Using construction paper, tissue paper, pom-poms, and other collage materials, students designed colorful flowers, leaves, and stems to stand for their personalities, interests, dreams, and strengths. Just as plants need care, patience, and time to grow, our young artists are developing new skills, and confidence throughout the school year.​

This project encouraged students to reflect on their personal growth while exploring shape, color, texture, and creative expression. Their blooming portraits remind us that every child grows in their own unique and beautiful way.