Ridgewood Art Institute celebrates young artists
Friday, June 7, 2013
BY EILEEN LA FORGIA
STAFF WRITER
The Ridgewood News
“It’s inspirational to see what children from all ages can do,” said Ridgewood Art Institute instructor Rebecca Leer. R.A.I’s. 54th Annual Young People’s Scholarship Exhibition fills the three gallery rooms at the 100-year-old barn through Saturday, June 15.
Kelsey Brentnall won the top $5,000 scholarship for her painting ‘CRIM.’Joe Mancini won the $3,000 scholarship for his self-portrait.’Rainy Night’ by Jamie Soohoo’Afternoon Break’ by Alice Zhang’Drawing of Skull’ by Esther Chow
“Our connection to the community is very important to us at R.A.I., and the support from family and friends is so incredible,” said instructor Laura Paray.
Each instructor gives a scholarship to one of their current students. Instructors also award scholarships to non-member young artists. The exhibition features 140 artworks by young students.
The Members Scholarships were awarded to high school seniors planning to study art in college: Kelsey Brentnall, $5,000; Joseph Mancini, $3,000; and Kayla Osborne $2,000.
“We draw a large number of young students from Ridgewood but also from surrounding communities,” said Paray.
