The 15th annual Rand Park High School art exhibition once again attracted an eager audience.
With about 1 500 artworks on display on 24 May, Anneke von Maltitz, head of the visual art department, said all schoolchildren have an inherent ability to be creative.
“This natural aptitude can be fostered and developed through the right teaching by developing an appreciation for art and establishing a foundation for future artistic creativity,” said Von Maltitz.
Matric artist, Cheylin Blore displayed two artworks at the exhibition, one of which was titled If I could be anything. The painting centres around a fox entwined with a female figure and features other favourite items. “I love foxes. The piece shows a girl who does not know who she really is, but she is free with it,” Cheylin said.
Tanner McMahon in Grade 10, appreciates the platform schoolchildren are given to exhibit their work and exhibited more than one artwork.
Von Maltitz said this year, the Grade 8s worked together in their respective classes to create one artwork per class which reflects their schoolwork.
“Grade 12 visual art learners had to identify a historical object that is known, documented and published as a precious object. They were then required to use this object as their inspiration to create a visual piece of art that tells the story of their chosen object, its history and underlying story.
“Our Grade 11 learners have prepared self-portraits this year. They were instructed to study well-known artists and assume the persona of their chosen artist before painting a self-portrait through the eyes of that artist.”
The Grade 9s focused on pop art primary colours and a few shapes and words that could be used as commentary about social and sociopolitical issues. “It links to animation and design and helps to prepare those who are keen to explore graphic design in preparation for the world of work,” Von Maltitz concluded.
She said the school is very proud of the many talented artists and their commitment to their subject.
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