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Artists of the Month

Celebrating RCS High School Student Artists From The 2024–2025 School Year

Artist of the Month is a special recognition program at RCS High School that celebrates outstanding art students each month throughout the school year. Selected students consistently demonstrate dedication to their work, active participation in class, a strong work ethic, and a positive attitude.

We’re proud to highlight the talented Artists of the Month for the 2024–2025 school year!

September 2024

Artist of the Month: Cecilia Kunuria

Cecilia
Cecilia

Cecilia is a 10th-grade student and has shown great enthusiasm and pride in her artwork. She is always working on something, whether that be her assignment or another creative adventure in filling her sketchbook. When she has a vision, she puts her mind to it and follows through with great detail. We look forward to having Cecilia continue her passion in more art classes next year.

October 2024

Artist of the Month: Owen Smith

Owen
Owen

Owen is an 11th-grade student and comes to class each day ready to participate. He does a wonderful job critiquing photographs and sharing his opinion. Owen’s photographs are very calm. He utilizes balance, shapes, and lines to compose images that are welcoming to the viewer. Owen is also one of the newest members of the National Art Honor Society.  

November 2024

Artist of the Month: Xin Yi Lin

 Xin Yi
 Xin Yi

Xin Yi is a 9th-grade student who dedicates time and thought to her artwork. She is creative and meticulous. Xin Yi has excelled in a variety of media, including printmaking, ceramics, drawing, and painting. Xin Yi will often be working on independent projects as well as her assignments for class. She participates in both the Ceramics Club and the Art Club!

December 2024

Artist of the Month: Lauren Gimondo

Lauren
Lauren

Lauren is very dedicated to her craft and always puts a lot of thought into her compositions. Her photographs demonstrate good use of color and balance, a skill that she also carries over into her drawings. Lauren is an active member of the National Art Honor Society. The High School Art Department is very impressed with her commitment and kindness.

January 2025

Artist of the Month: Paige Gottesman

Paige
Paige

Paige is a 10th-grade student and has explored many art-making methods while taking Studio in Art, Ceramics, and Drawing. She takes the challenge of each new material and creates wonderful expressions of her fun personality. The artwork that Paige creates is full of color and joy. Paige is a new member of the National Art Honor Society.

February 2025

Artist of the Month: Kadanc Pickup

Kandance
Kandance

Kadance is a 12th-grade student and the President of the National Art Honor Society. Kadance has had a phenomenal year working on her portfolio for AP Drawing, her second AP art course! Kadance is always self-motivated and challenges herself to grow her craft. On top of academics, Kandance created the Mean Girls logo for this year's High School Drama Club production and helped with the creation of this year’s logo for the 2025 YAM Summit! The RCS High School Art Department will miss her next year, but know that Kandance is going to continue to create amazing artwork.

March 2025

Artist of the Month: Piper Weddell

Piper
Piper

Piper is a 10th-grade student who is an active member of the National Art Honor Society and did a fantastic job helping at this year's YAM Summit. Piper is very detail-oriented when it comes to her artwork. She takes her time when planning her compositions, making sure each piece is successful. Piper’s selection for this year’s High School Regional Juried Art Exhibition is a testament to her talent and dedication. The RCS High School Art Department couldn’t be prouder.

Read More:

Here’s a collection of District news articles featuring the RCS Art Department during the 2024–2025 school year.

YAM Summit
RCS Hosts Successful 2nd Annual YAM Summit
YAM
Youth Art Month Kicks Off With District Wide Art Show At RCS Community Library
Regional Juried Art Show
High School Students Featured In Regional Juried Art Show
Piper W. featured in the 26th Annual High School Regional Juried Art Exhibition!
26th Annual High School Regional Juried Art Exhibition!