By SUZY BRODERICK
PROUD art students from local schools show their artwork and certificates. Photos by Tom Godfrey.
Up and coming student artists were recognized with certificates and art-related gifts at an event at Assembly Hall.
The 19th Annual ‘Tis the Season Children’s Art Show was presented by Assembly Hall, City of Toronto and sponsored by the Long Branch Business Improvement Area.
THIS YOUNG winner plans to continue with art in a contest sponsored by the Lakeshore Village BIA and presented by Assembly Hall.
The exhibition features works by students from local schools and speaks to the seasonal change to winter from autumn, the shift to colder temperatures, snowfalls and its significance in various cultures and traditions.
LIZ Porritt (center) presents certificate to young girl for her winning artwork.
There were 72 beautiful pieces of art on display that were created by students from The Holy Trinity Catholic School, John English Middle School, St. Leo Catholic School, Seventh Street Junior School, Sir Adam Beck Junior School, St. and Josaphat Cathedral Catholic School.
More than 200 students, teachers, family and friends visited the Assembly Hall Art Gallery to show their support. Those who visited the gallery from November 16 to 26 had the opportunity to vote for the favourite piece of artwork in our People’s Choice Awards in five categories: Most Festive, Most Wintry, Most Imaginative, Most Amusing and My Favourite.
The winners and honourable mentions were celebrated at a small awards ceremony at the Hall on December 15, where they received a certificate, their framed artwork and art-related gift so that they may continue to explore their creativity.
ANOTHER winning student artist receives a nice certificate.
Each year I am amazed by the talent of these students and it is wonderful to see the diversity of our community through the creative lens of a child. It was a great pleasure to welcome everyone back to the Assembly Hall and to see all of the students’ smiling faces and excitement when they saw their artwork hanging in a professional gallery space!
Long Branch BIA officials Liz and Carl Porritt said the quality and calibre of the art this year was excellent.
“This is our 19th year of sponsoring this event,” Liz said. “The amazing art being created by some of these young artists amazes us every year.”
Assembly Hall staff thank the participating schools, students and teachers, as well as the Long Branch BIA for their continued support of this annual exhibition. We look forward to next year’s exhibition and wish the South Etobicoke Community a safe and Happy Holiday.
HER PARENTS were proud to have their daughter recognized for her winning artwork.
Visit assemblyhall.ca for information on upcoming gallery exhibitions and programs.
Suzy Broderick is a Community Cultural Coordinator at Assembly Hall.