In my artist life I've been blessed with many special moments but this one I will treasure forever.
Sandra Rivas-Cole is an art teacher from Lake Howell High School in Winter Park, Florida. She found my artwork on Colossal and introduced it to her students. A few of them insisted on using one of my images for an upcoming chalk art festival and together decided to use my piece "Impasse".
The chalk art festival was at downtown Disney in Orlando, in conjunction with the Festival of the Masters Art Show. Four of Ms. Rivas-Cole's students worked very hard and skillfully to make an accurate replica of "Impasse". They received numerous compliments from visitors and seasoned festival artists as well.
I think these four amazing young students, Haver C., Riana S., Jamilette D., and Meghan S., did a magnificent job. I'm very moved, honored and delighted by their stunning rendition.
Knowing that my art inspires young, talented people, makes it all worthwhile.
A special thank you to Ms. Rivas-Cole for introducing my art to her students and supporting them in their effort.
8 comments
Jill
November 12, 2013
What a great reproduction! l am amazed at the beautiful artwork that can be made with chalk.
Ester Roi
November 12, 2013
I’m totally amazed too, Jill! They did such a great job!
Juliet Aucreman
November 12, 2013
How very wonderful!!!!
Ester Roi
November 13, 2013
Yes, thank you, Juliet!
Naomi
November 12, 2013
Incredible! And so cool, to have inspired a new generation of artists! :)
Ester Roi
November 13, 2013
I feel honored, Naomi! I appreciate your comment. :)
Hugh
November 13, 2013
The young are the future. The teachers are the ones who show them the way. What would we do without them.
Now I wish we had sidewalks in the country.
Congratulations to the students, the teacher, and of course to Ester !
Ester Roi
November 13, 2013
Aw, you’re so right, Hugh! It’s really my pleasure!