Eastport Arts Center is pleased to host the 7th annual Student Art Exhibit, featuring works created by students of the following schools: Beatrice Rafferty Elementary, Ellen Nicholas, instructor; Eastport Elementary and Shead High School, Sara Myrick, instructor; Edmunds Consolidated School, Melanie Tardiff, instructor; Elm Street Elementary, Lisa Bartlett, instructor; Lubec Elementary and Pembroke Elementary, Connie Harter-Bagley, instructor; Whiting Village School, Lisa Fochesato, instructor; and Woodland Elementary and Woodland Jr./Sr. High School, J’Hannah McNally, instructor.
The show is traditionally held on the first floor of the Center—Washington Street Gallery—with a lively mix of artworks by students from around the area, and a joyful reception for students’ parents, siblings and friends to gather and view the art. This past year and this year, we present the works in an online format for all to enjoy. “The students have worked hard again this year,” noted exhibition organizer Cynthia Morse, “to create beautiful, colorful and amazing work!”
“Celebrating the artist in our youth is a way of acknowledging who the student is and the importance of expression in their lives,” added Morse. “Art increases a student’s emotional well-being, problem solving capabilities, and creative skills. Arts should be an integral part of every school and the EAC wants to encourage and celebrate student’s artistic success. Please take a moment to view the wonderful work that the students have created.”
Beatrice Rafferty Elementary School, Sipayik





In addition to the works above, Ellen Nicholas, Beatrice Rafferty (BRS) art teacher submitted links where those interested may view other works by her students. First, there are works by 10 BRS students in an Abbe Museum student art exhibition. Also, students in grades 3-5 worked with Visiting Artist Pamela Moulton on a 5-foot wall installation piece of denim. “The piece will be interactive,” noted Nicholas, “and viewers will be able to move pieces and rearrange the composition.” The installation may be viewed here: https://padlet.com/ellennicholas/yiccgejl3jts0siv.
Eastport Elementary School & Shead High School


Kelsey Sault, 6th grade.

Victoria Perez, 10th grade.


Edmunds Consolidated School





Elm Street Elementary, East Machias





Lubec Elementary School



Brady, Kindergarten.


Pembroke Elementary School





Whiting Village School



Indy Jones, 1st grade.

Brianna Crabtree, 3rd grade.


Woodland Elementary School





Woodland Jr./Sr. High School





The Woodland Elementary and High School art instructor also submitted a link for further viewing. Her students participated in a Getty Museum Challenge and created a group of artworks during remote schooling this past year. The works may be viewed here: https://www.facebook.com/236465720541258/videos/184516090041319.