Published on January 31, 2023
Recently, Mrs. Gina Diaz-Perez’s fifth-grade art students at Kissel Hill Elementary have been studying the life and work of artist and Lancaster native, Charles Demuth. After learning more about him and his art, students were tasked with creating their own paintings inspired by his flower still life paintings. Several students’ paintings were chosen to represent Kissel Hill at the Demuth Museum, located in Lancaster city. Students' work will be on display at the museum from January 28th – February 26, 2023.
The following students’ art was selected:
Kamila Palmer
Lilly Boyle
Adalen LaSala
Violet Chap
Sherly Cortes
Nevaeh Schlei
Brooke Schnipke
Nezar Hoag
Sophia Montpetit
Hannah Jackson
Brody Taylor
Violet Andrews
Lance Miller
Michael Ruscigno
Addison Woge
Nola Lobo
Brady Dombach
Tucker Brumbaugh
Elora Petersheim
Makenzee Miller
Brooke Strauss
Ellie Crosby
Marlowe Douglas
Ezra Robison
Isabella Hoffman
These students are so excited to have their artwork displayed outside of the school and to represent our district at a museum!
“Opportunities like this are great for students to see how their artwork can have a positive impact on the community we live in.” - Mrs. Gina Diaz-Perez, Art Teacher at Kissel Hill Elementary.
If you’re interested in checking out these beautiful pieces, stop by the Demuth Museum before February 26th. Great job climbers!