Young Artists Take Over The Armory

Key West High School Student Work on View from May 1 to 18


The Studios of Key West is proud to present an exhibition of works by over 30 talented local students, all part of Miss Shannon Perkins' diverse art program at Key West High School.

The public is invited to visit the Historic Armory, from May 1 to 18, to discover drawings, paintings, photographs, and ceramics from our island's next generation of creative people.

"Our annual student show will follow at the high school, but for the Armory we've paired it down to about 35 amazingly talented young artists," said Miss Shannon.

The exhibition includes students who are planning to further develop their skills at Rhode Island School of Design, Savannah College of Art and Design, Art Institute of Tampa, and other University fine art programs.

A special reception, open to the public, is planned for Thursday, May 7 from 6 to 8pm.

"Part of our mission has always been to support local creative people, and this group show represents the incredible talent that resides in the island's youth," said Eric Holowacz, Director of The Studios of Key West.

The organization began a high school scholarship program in 2007, which offers no cost enrollment to arts workshops at The Studios. And it continues to develop new opportunities to encourage artistic exploration and collaboration at all levels.

"Year- end exhibitions, like the student show opening in May, give us all an opportunity to celebrate Key West's creative young people," said Holowacz, "And get a better look at what inspires and drives their artistic minds."

For details about the Key West High School Student Exhibition at the Historic Armory, contact The Studios of Key West at 296-0458 or visitwww.tskw.org