2020 Wiggins Memorial Library Academic Symposium

This is an acrylic painting of the Disney character, Jasmine from the movie, “Aladdin.” The painting is approximately 12” x 10” not including mat. The mat should add about 6” to each dimension.

This is a pencil drawing of the head of a female student modeling for the class. The student modeling has her head resting on her hand. The drawing is approximately 16" x 14" not including mat. The mat should add about 6" to each dimension.

Owls are graceful, quiet, and wise creatures. I am none of these things, but I am also not a teapot—unlike this owl! How cool is that?

This owl was made with a mixture of pinched and coil building techniques. It was then fired and glazed with inspiration from Picasso’s blue period.

This art piece, titled "Under the Tea" , is inspired by the work of renowned artist, Lindsay Rapp. Rapp's paintings focus on ocean imagery to bring awareness to the conservation of coral reefs and other marine life. Being passionate about the conservation of natural habitats I wanted to use similar methods to relay a message. The piece portrays the concept of mother nature claiming back what is hers and spilling forth from her point of containment. The piece is made solely from clay and high-fire glazes were used to obtain the various shades of color and glossiness associated with ocean life. The pot acts as both a functional teapot as well as a decorative piece,

In Native American culture, the Zebra Finch is a symbol of joy, high energy, optimism, and happiness. If we live our lives embracing the vivid coloring, various patterns, and heartfelt tune of this bird, everyday can be a good day. Just let the Zebra Finch guide your way.