UCAN South Academy Art Shows

Odamay created this work of art with ease. Her brushstrokes were swift and fluid. She was proud of the end result. During the Art show in 2018, her artwork was selected by Kristen from the Beargivers, to be displayed at the Beargivers headquarters in New York.

Selena is a current student at UCAN Academy South. Selena has participated in the art show both in 2018 and 2019. Selena is extremely imaginative, which is exemplified here in this painting.

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Davonte is an exceptional artist. He is very skilled in drawing and painting. Davonte had participated in the art show in both 2017 and 2018. He graduated in 2018 and was reintegrated when entering into his freshman year.

Tierra took a very adventurous approach in this paintintg. She wanted to try out this paint drip effect. Tierra had participated in the art show in both 2018 and 2019. Tierra has since reintegrated.

Justin is a fantastic artist. Really more talented than he knows. Justin had participated in the art show in both 2018 and 2019. He graduated in 2019.

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Kanye was an exceptional artist. He wanted to paint a “still life.” Truly a right of passage for any artist. Kanye excelled at whatever he put his mind to. He also participated in the art show in 2017 and 2018. He reintegrated back to his homeschool.

Sierra was a delightful student to teach. She wasn't necessarily the most gifted artist but was eager to leave her mark on during the 2018 art show and on the art program as a whole. Sierra had earned the position as student apprentice. A title very few achieve.  Her role in the Art Program was vital as she took on various responsibilities including, assisting with the preparation of art assignments, managing resources and supplies and being an overall role model to others within the school.

Nikita was a fierce artist creating several artworks for the 2018 and 2019 Art shows. Once of Nikita’s pieces had been selected to adorn the 2018 Art show Invitation which is the most coveted honor to obtain. This piece was the third painting she created in 2018. Aside from being selected to be displayed in the Healing Garden, Nikita’s paining is also featured on our greeting cards.

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Loren found herself through art, and the art program. Loren in one of a few students who became involved in Gallery 37 and the After School Matters program. Loren is a current student at UCAN Academy South and currently holds the position of student apprentice. Loren has contributed several pieces to the art show and the art program in general. It's exciting to see the direction she chooses going forward as we enter the 2021/22 school year.

Talia contributed several pieces to the art show . You could se her progress with each piece as she became more confident, taking bold brushstrokes in this piece. Talia is a nurturing person, which is why this subject matter of baby and mama elephant is not surprising. Talia has graduated in 2020 from UCAN Academy South.

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Fannie has a big and bright personality. She created several pieces for the 2019 art show but also many pieces of artwork throughout the year. This piece truly exemplifies the Love she hoped to share with the world. Fannie definitely promoted peace and love.

Talia approached paining like a chef. She tried many ingredients, exploring the possibilities of each. Talia purposely incorporated earth tones into this paining. She also explored shape and line. 

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Zamyrah has a lot of raw talent for art. She is more exact and intentional with her brushstrokes. She likes pattern and things to be orderly. Zamyrah is a current student at UCAN Academy South.

Tierra tends to create art that has a lot of meaning. She is focused and reflective on the work that she generates. Tierra also loves to add a little sparkle which is indicative of her personality.

Qamonte is a current student at UCAN Academy South. He has participated in the art program for several years. Qamonte really gravitates towards self-expression through art. He loves to explore all of the mediums including textiles, clay and paint. Qamonte is very eager to get back into the art room, where he can continue to explore the ideas he has for his next work of art.

Jordan has participated in 4 art shows. He has since graduated. In each art show Jordan has represented a pop icon in each. From bugs bunny to daffy duck. His later work included paintings of legendary rappers Tupac Sheree in 2018 and Biggie Smalls in 2019.

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Loren was inspired by this very famous Chicago Mural located in Logan Square. The original artists, Victor Ving and Lisa Beggs had become famous creating similar paining throughout many metropolitan cities. What I like about Loren's painting of the CHICAGO mural is that she completely changed the design within the letters. Her original drawings are of images of things she sees as afflicting out city, such as drugs and gun violence. Loren interjected her own vision of the Chicago she knows.

Jaycee is a skilled drawer. He and his talent seemingly came out of nowhere. He shocked and awed everyone with his amazing drawing of Dragon Ball Z. He liked to put his own twist on it by adding mad stacks of cash and jewelry. Jaycee dedicated his senior year to himself, regaining the passion he once had for art and discovering that he is exceptional at it.