On Monday afternoon and early evening, St George’s International School in Luxembourg kicked off their Annual Art Exhibition 2016 with a private viewing for special guests, staff and parents; over 60 guests attended the school’s event admiring work from Early Years Foundation Stage (EYSF) up to IGSCE and A-Level work.
The event was officially opened by the school’s Principal, Dr Christian Barkei who stated "One of the things that really shines in the work of our students this year is the love and creativity in each and every piece".
The artwork on display throughout the exhibition varied from traditional pictorial representations, 3D models made from different materials to independent research projects that conveyed and explored different expressions, processes, techniques and materials.
Work that stood out from Primary students’ included Year 4’s glossy clay penguins and the Tin Forest display. The Wigwam-style tree that won first prize in the Belle Etoile Christmas tree competition took pride of place in the centre of the room.
Once again, the Secondary students’ artwork demonstrated an abundance of originality. The students created their own portfolio of work, including projects in which they had the freedom to express their own individual creativity by choosing their own thematic interpretation. A particularly engaging series of paintings was created by a student using watercolours to convey detailed European landscapes, which was particularly demonstrative of the overall talent and imagination that has really shone through this year.
The Annual Art exhibition, which continues on Tuesday and Wednesday this week, is a fantastic opportunity for students to show off all the hard work they have done throughout the academic year. This event provides an ideal occasion for students, teachers, parents and friends to admire and discuss the creative arts in a supportive and positive environment.
St George’s International School Luxembourg is located in Luxembourg-Hamm and caters to approximately 720 students. Occasions such as the Annual Art Exhibition are a regular occurrence.
Photos by Geoff Thompson
