District Art Show on May 16-17 at Huntington High School

The Huntington School District’s annual art show is open to the public next Tuesday and Wednesday, May 16-17 in the Huntington High School gym.

The extensive exhibit will feature artwork ranging from painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics and computer graphics to advertising, fashion design, photography and video arts.

Admission to the show is free. The exhibit will showcase spectacular artwork created by Huntington students on every grade level. The pieces will include every type of media and feature the opportunities available to students in fine and computer-generated art studies.

“We have an incredible fine arts department here in Huntington,” said Brian Stellato, district director of fine and performing arts. “The district-wide art show and high school fashion show is the culmination of months of hard work and skill development. Our Huntington art teachers inspire our students to express themselves through art in such an impressive way. I hope the Huntington community enjoys the show.”

On Tuesday, May 16 a fashion show consisting exclusively of student clothing designs will be held at 4 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. Artwork of every possible type will be exhibited throughout the day from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Residents voting on the budget and capital reserve proposition and two trustee positions will be able to conveniently visit the art show either before or after casting their ballots.

On Wednesday, May 17 the exhibits will be open to the public from 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Visitors are welcome to spend as much time viewing the show as they so desire on either day.

“We are looking forward to a fantastic 2023 show, with inclusive representation from across the grade levels,” Huntington Superintendent James W. Polansky said. “You will be amazed with the talent and creativity of our students and staff!”

Some of the works on display will carry blue ribbons of excellence, designating the piece as one of “high merit,” in the opinion of a distinguished panel of judges that will be reviewing the exhibits.

The district’s art program has once again enjoyed a year filled with achievements. Huntington students have captured many awards in numerous contests and shows. These award winning pieces will also be on exhibit during the show.