Service High School

  • The Infinite Procession

      Title of Art Piece: The Infinite Procession Category: Jewelry / Metalsmithing Student/Artist’s Name: EJ Castro School: Service High School Grade: 10th Artist Statement: In full honesty, this is probably one of my favorite pieces I’ve made and will make. This piece required many different techniques that were new to me. Making the coffin was the most problematic but a fun learning experience. I had to design the hinge for it to open close, solder all the parts together, and add the surrounding chains to lock it up. Overall, I am happy with the outcome and I enjoyed the process of making this piece. Artwork Dimensions: 9 inches high X 6 inches wide   Additional Images:    Adjudicate Artwork

  • Aquarium

      Title of Art Piece: Aquarium Category: Painting Student/Artist’s Name: Ivy Suoja School: Service High School Grade: 11th Artist Statement: This piece is made with ink, watercolor, and acrylic. I used gyotaku fish molds and printed onto the paper, then watercolor and acrylic to create the portrait. This piece shows human's desire to connect with nature. I like how the fish and person share the same eye. Artwork Dimensions: 8 inches wide x 10 inches tall   Additional Images:    Adjudicate Artwork

  • Portrait of Dasha and Sasha

      Title of Art Piece: Portrait of Dasha and Sasha Category: Painting Student/Artist’s Name: Dariia Bondarenko School: Service High School Grade: 11th Artist Statement: Sasha and I are both from Urkraine and became friends in Anchorage, Alaska. I made this painting because it shows realism in watercolors. I have been working on portraiture this year and water colors. I like this painting because of the technique and colors. Artwork Dimensions: 14 inches tall by 11 inches wide   Additional Images:    Adjudicate Artwork

  • Crimson Flowers

      Title of Art Piece: Crimson Flowers Category: Jewelry / Metalsmithing Student/Artist’s Name: Isabella Lopez School: Service High School Grade: 11th Artist Statement: In my art I like to experiment with the pieces I make. I like to express myself in different ways and create things that are one of a kind. I made a flower with a crimson red bezel in the center. The bezel in the middle catches your eye and is the first thing you see so I wanted it to draw the person into the center of the flower.  Artwork Dimensions: 1 3/4 inch height 1 3/4 inch width   Additional Images:    Adjudicate Artwork

  • Prehistoric

      Title of Art Piece: Prehistoric Category: Ceramics Student/Artist’s Name: Emily Tibor School: Service High School Grade: 12th Artist Statement: I made a set of cups thrown on the wheel. The earthen colored clay is meant to represent the sturdy ground I live on. The print is inspired by stone paintings from long ago and ancient caves. Ceramics have been with humans for thousands and thousands of years. This piece recognizes that history. Artwork Dimensions: 6 inches high by 4 iches deep   Additional Images:    Adjudicate Artwork

  • Bones

      Title of Art Piece: Bones Category: Ceramics Student/Artist’s Name: Keira Brandon School: Service High School Grade: 12th Artist Statement: Bones are rigid and unmoving while the body is ever changing and fluid. I wanted to represent this through my ceramics. I created different bones and displayed them in a mobile. The bones are constantly in motion, always moving, but never changing their form. I combined basic wood working with my beading tradition. The bones are also layered with ink. I bought a cracking mid fire glaze. After the glaze firing, I sponged ink into the cracks to reveal them more. The colors are black and white, creating a stunning and bold scuplture. Artwork Dimensions: 24 inches tall by 6 inches wide by 6 inches…

  • Berry Delicious

      Title of Art Piece: Berry Delicious Category: Ceramics Student/Artist’s Name: Justin Dulatre School: Service High School Grade: 12th Artist Statement: I created a functional berry basket and strainer set inspired by the natural environment and traditions of Alaska. Berry picking is an important activity in many Alaskan communities, connecting people to the land, the seasons, and the cultural practices that been passed down through generations. I wanted my work to reflect both the beauty and the usefulness of that experience. Artwork Dimensions: 6 inches by 6 inches by 6 inches   Additional Images:    Adjudicate Artwork

  • Ladybug on the Field

      Title of Art Piece: Ladybug on the Field Category: Mixed Media Student/Artist’s Name: Ryann Saupe School: Service High School Grade: 11th Artist Statement: I wanted to make a piece that had a calm and nostalgic vibe. I also wanted it to include lots of flowers to add that pop of color. Ladybugs have always been special to me, when I was little I would see them on hikes or at the park and hold them until they flew away. I used oil pastels for this piece. Artwork Dimensions: 12 x 16   Additional Images:    Adjudicate Artwork

  • Fairy Amidst the Night Dew

      Title of Art Piece: Fairy Amidst the Night Dew Category: Mixed Media Student/Artist’s Name: Ryann Saupe School: Service High School Grade: 11th Artist Statement: I was inspired to make this piece because I’ve always loved the mysterious and magical aspects of life. I wanted to create a piece that felt unreal and magic. I chose to do a fairy because they are so mystical and magical. This piece is multi-media; I used acrylic, colored pencils, and a gel pen for the last touches. Artwork Dimensions: 12 x 16   Additional Images:    Adjudicate Artwork

  • Justice For All

      Title of Art Piece: Justice For All Category: Drawing Student/Artist’s Name: Attia Braham School: Service High School Grade: 11th Artist Statement: The piece “Justice For All” was inspired by the hardships faced by minorities and women alike. The name of the piece is a play on the pledge of allegiance as it is stated in the pledge “with liberty and justice for all” the end of the pledge saying that justice is for all has an ironic twist to it with what one might feel about being in the nation. The woman holding the flag having her mouth and eyes covered yet her ears open shows the suppression in which many might feel while being forced to listen with having no voice or views…

  • Louie

      Title of Art Piece: Louie Category: Mixed Media Student/Artist’s Name: Andie Campbell School: Service High School Grade: 10th Artist Statement: In this piece, I had fun working with the bright colors of the oil pastels to contrast the difference between Louie’s dark fur and the warm highlights from the sun. This was one of my first pieces using this medium, so I enjoyed experimenting with different layers and blending techniques to make him feel alive. My goal was to capture the unique way Louie’s curiosity shines through his expressions. Artwork Dimensions: 12 x 16   Additional Images:    Adjudicate Artwork

  • One Orange Brain Cell

      Title of Art Piece: One Orange Brain Cell Category: Jewelry / Metalsmithing Student/Artist’s Name: Kristin Hosack School: Service High School Grade: 12th Artist Statement: I chose to make a cat-themed piece because I love cats. The colors of brass and copper reminded me of the colors of an orange cat and are what inspired me to make this piece. This pendant represents an important progression of my jewelry skills as my first piece as an advanced jewelry artist. I love this piece and I am very proud of it as an artist. Artwork Dimensions: 3inches high X .75 inches wide   Additional Images:    Adjudicate Artwork

  • Sunflowers Hope

      Title of Art Piece: Sunflowers Hope Category: Painting Student/Artist’s Name: Kyle Pineda School: Service High School Grade: 12th Artist Statement: Sunflowers are a symbol of devotion, happiness, and optimism in life. The sunbeam shining on the vividly colored sunflower conveys warmth and comfort, while the dark background symbolizes the limitless difficulties life provides. When you feel as though your life has wandered off into a dark void of hurt and negativity, and you feel completely lost, as though you're only trapped in a fog of your own pessimistic thoughts. It pulls you out as a beam of hope or a guiding light. I wanted the spectator of this painting to experience the warmth and shimmering hope that sunflowers offer, similar to how individuals feel…

  • Door of Possibilities

      Title of Art Piece: Door of Possibilities Category: Jewelry / Metalsmithing Student/Artist’s Name: Allie Guzy School: Service High School Grade: 12th Artist Statement: I wanted my piece to have some sort of movement, to be different, unique, interactive, so I made a door. I made a little door that sits tall on my finger, that I can open and look through a little snapshot of life. I never made a hollow ring before and this piece gave me a lot of challenges, but I really l'm proud of this little door. Artwork Dimensions: 2 Inches High, 1/3 inches Width wide, 1/4 in Depth   Additional Images:    Adjudicate Artwork