'Beyond Brushstrokes' Showcases Lower School Student Art
An eye-catching display of lower school artwork transformed the fine arts building into an art gallery at the annual “Beyond Brushstrokes” student art exhibition on May 2. The exhibit showcased a display of more than 1800 pieces created by Benjamin students in Pre-K through grade 5. TBS students, parents, faculty and staff enjoyed the exhibit from 3 to 5 pm.
"A big thank you to all the many families who took time from their busy afternoon schedules to come celebrate creativity in the Fine Arts Building this year! It is rare that families actually come in to visit our building, and to have the chance to cover the walls with a mosaic of joyful, expressive artworks to welcome them was a labor of love from both Renee Coviello and myself," art teacher Ro Sammis said.By the time the show opened at 3 pm there was a line outside to the football field.
"It was moving swiftly enough and as families entered the building almost all expressions shifted to awe at the first glimpse of the expanse of really good art that students have created this year! I heard so many people comment on how happy it made them feel to view the artwork. Being able to see the progression of skill, technique, and imagination that flowed from PK - grade 5 widened many eyes," Sammis said.
"Art is never created in a vacuum, each work contains historical, cultural and personal interpretation of the lessons taught. Bringing the art show 'Beyond Brushstrokes' into the Fine Arts halls and classrooms provided our youngest Benjamin students an environment where everyone is an ARTIST! The pride and joy I saw in the faces of each of our lower school students filled me with joy. The praises moms, dads, and families had for our work with and from the students spoke volumes about the importance of the arts at The Benjamin School."
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A premier PK3 - Grade 12 independent, coeducational day school with campuses in North Palm Beach and Palm Beach Gardens. Since 1960, The Benjamin School has provided a challenging college preparatory education to a diverse student body in a structured, nurturing community environment.