Happy Halloween

Love, the Art Department

The Artists are Busy!

As usual, the Art Center has been very busy lately, working to promote younger students’ involvement in art and creating various murals for the school and community. Today, the Art Center recruited several art students to help create a video that will be shown to Grand Avenue students and Mepham freshmen, encouraging young artists to continue their interest in art and inspiring new artists to pursue their interests. Additionally, the artists have been continuing their creation of several murals, including one for the Nurses’ Fund and the Beach Mural for the Social Workers’ Room.

Pictures from Annual Pumpkin Painting 10_21

Maham and Emily set up the painting station and prep their pumpkins

Painting pumpkins with Amanda, Christine and Denise.

Over 50 participants came to help decorate and donate their time, talents and pumpkins to support the cause! Pumpkins will be sold next Monday, Wednesday and Thursday in the Main Office.
(See article below)

Annual Pumpkin Painting Fundraiser

All of Mepham’s art students look forward to the fall season and the approach of Halloween, which marks the nearing of, everyone’s favorite fundraiser, the Art Center’s Pumpkin Painting Day. Today, members of the Art Service Club congregated once again to paint their pumpkins, gourds, and other seasonal vegetables. The artists delighted in painting, enjoying snacks, watching Coraline, and perfecting their pumpkins. These magnificent pumpkins will be sold to students and faculty and money raised will be donated to local families in need through the Nurses Fund. Certainly, this thriving tradition will persist in years to come and Mepham will continue to beautify each pumpkin that enters the Art Center.

The Thoughts of October's Solo Show AP Students

This month, Mepham proudly displayed the drawings and paintings of Emily Fox in the main office and the photography of Rachel Waldmann in the copy room. Emily and Rachel were humbled by this great honor and proud to show off the pieces on which they have worked tirelessly. Emily commented that she was excited to share her work with her peers. In having her art on display in the main office, teachers and students who do not ordinarily have a chance during the day to visit the art center were able to view her work.

Similarly, Rachel delighted at the oppurtunity to have her work on display to all of Mepham. She was glad to show off the work she did over the summer, in which she focused on photographing various metal objects. In preparing for her solo show, Rachel found herself frantically finalizing her work and would like to thank Ms. Schiulaz and Emily Fox for helping her during this stressful and exciting time.

Both Emily and Rachel said that this experience will motivate them to continue their passion for art. Years from now, when Emily and Rachel have their masterpieces on display in art galleries worldwide, they will fondly look back on their solo show at Mepham.

NAHS Prospective Inductees Announced

 Congratulations!  The following applicants are now considered eligible for induction to W.C. Mepham's chapter of the N.A.H.S.  on Tuesday, November 17th 2009 @ 7:30 in the choir room.  (provided they meet and maintain the N.A.H.S. induction requirements (read NAHS contract):

Dena Asfour

Sali Ayinde
Saba Bakhitari

Dana Barrios
Val Batcher

Kaitlyn Bazarewski
Jessie Brandt

Mollie Bienstock
Kevin Chao

Marissa Cohen

Kasey Corona

Michael Dipace

Ashley Diresta

Kristen Ferrara

Andrew Ferris

Shannen Gaffney
Nicole Gomez

Sarah Herlihy

Ricky Jannotti
Maham Khan
Adam Koehler

Paolo Martorano

Kasey Motley

Erin Myers

Jeane OConnor

Cristina Olson

Tara Panzarino

Sarah Rezek

Eddy Ruano

Dan Santos
Krystal Seditta

Kyle Scherer

Eric Schildt

Chris Shevins

Angela Simone

Brandon Singh

Anaztasia Ulysse

Joanna Wells

Prospective Inductees must meet contract requirements to maintain membership (read contract)

NAHS Membership Contract

Dear prospective inductee,

After careful review of your portfolio, work ethic and character it has been determined that you are eligible for induction into the National Art Honor Society Tuesday, November 17^th 2009.  Participation in the N.A.H.S. is a mark of accomplishment that is recognized by the school community as well as college and universities.  National Art Honor Society members represent the problem solving creative minds of tomorrow.

While we congratulate you on your efforts thus far, we take this opportunity to remind you that in order to remain eligible for induction, it is required that you:

Participate in setting up for the N.A.H.S. Induction ceremony by:

-$7 fee for membership fee received by the first meeting Friday, October 23^rd.

-Submit your strongest artwork, matted and labeled with your name and the piece’s title on the back of the mat to Ms.Kane or Mrs. Grana NO LATER THAN Monday, November 11^th.

-Create 1 additional NEW portfolio piece on this year’s induction theme: Epigenesis (see details)

Epigenesis

1.  (geology), changes in the mineral composition of a rock because of outside influences,

2.  (biology) describes morphogenesis and development of an organism

3.  (creative intelligence) is the philosophical/theological/esoteric idea that since the mind was given to the human being, it is this original creative impulse,

Artworks will be used in the N.A.H.S. traditional Gift Exchange. Works must be completed and brought to the meeting Monday, November 9^th (Paper for artworks will be distributed at our first meeting.  Paper should be no larger than 7”x9” with a 2” border or a 5”x7” format for photographers.  Works may be color- photocopied if the artist wishes to keep the original.  Pre cut mats will be distributed at Novembers. meetings for display purposes)

It is also required that to maintain membership throughout the school year members must:
-  Participate in 12+ Art Service Club hours throughout this school year (or earn Art Service Club credits by participating in club events independently:  See Ms.Kane for details)
-  Maintain an honorable character, responsible attitude and Art G.P.A. (90+)
-  Participate in at least 3+ hours of Spring Arts Jury session in late May-June

All new and current members are asked to participate in a series of meetings to help plan this very special event.  Members are asked to clear their schedule for meetings held at 2:20 in the Art Center on the following dates::

Friday, October 23^rd                        First Meeting/ Officers/ Leadership Groups: Bring $7 fee

Friday, October 30^th                        Ceremony Organization and Publications Creation
Wednesday, November 9^th              Gifts and Publications:  Bring completed themed work

Wednesday, November 11^th            Mat and Publication Assembling:  Bring matted show piece

Monday, November 16^th                  Dress Rehearsal and show hanging

Tuesday, November 17^th                  Induction Ceremony:  Please wear black

Please read the contract carefully and if you are comfortable committing to the stated requirements,  we look forward to seeing your friends and family at the induction ceremony on:

Tuesday, November 17^th  at 7:30 in the Choir Room.

Sincerely yours,

The Faculty of Mepham’s Art Department

Holiday Elves Toys for Teens Drive

Once again in collaboration with the Nurses fund, Mepham's Art Club and NAHS members are currently working on a banner for Holiday Elves.  Holiday Elves is a fundraiser similar to toys for tots that helps families in need celebrate the holidays however this fundraiser focuses around not just helping tots but targeting teens in the area.  Great Job Everyone!

NAHS/Sr.Solo Show: Emily Fox

W.C. Mepham High School Proudly Presents:

The Drawings and Paintings of

Emily Fox

On display in the main office Oct-Nov 2009

Congratulations Emily!

Stop by and show your support

Also, visit her online portfolio to: see more recent works,

ask questions or leave comments for the artist.

http://fantasticfoxart.blogspot.com/

Fall Supterintendent's Show

Congratulations to

  Kevin Chao

Allison Balogh

Ashley Thomas

Katie Keohane

Christi Scoca

& Rachel Waldmann 

For being selected amoung Mepham's Talented A.P. Artist class to display artwork in Superintendent Dr.Kiernan's office this fall.

NAHS/Sr Solo Show: R. Waldmann

W.C. Mepham High School Proudly Presents:

The photography of
Rachel Waldmann

On display in the copy room Oct-Nov 2009

Congratulations Rachel!

Stop by and show your support
Also, visit her online portfolio to:  see more recent works, 
ask questions or leave comments for the artist.

http://rachelwaldmann.blogspot.com/

Art Club helps SADD and Sophie!

By combining our talents with our passion for helping others the Art Club Members are seen creating a banner to increase awareness for the SADD Walkathon supporting finding a cure for Sophie Oct 16th.

Sign up to walk A.S.A.P.  See Ms.Kane or Mrs.Gai for details!

Library Mural

Taken 9/30/09

Commissioned by everyones favorite librarian Mrs.Stack, the returning Art Club Members from last year continue to work on the Mural to be installed above the Library features the members as their favorite literary characters.  They anticipate finishing the mural in the next couple months.  Great Job!

Picture of mural in progress taken 10/7/09