Views of the Neighborhood – Elementary School Art

Views of the Neighborhood

The Lake Travis Community Library featured a display of Elementary School children. Of course, I wanted to give you an idea of the talent of these children. I have to say the room in which the art was displayed was not conducive to photos. There were way too many lights and the art was framed behind plastic. So below is the best I could do. I did not bring an umbrella which would have helped. There are glare spots but hopefully, you will get an idea of the talent.

This is a fifth-grade student’s piece.

An amazing 3rd-grade piece

I have to confess I can’t read the grade levels on these. I think the top two might be 4th grade. The bottom left 3rd grade and the bottom right 5th. The producer went back to the library to get better shots of the grade levels and unfortunately, there was a meeting going on in the room where the art was displayed.

Top right and left 4th grade. The bottom left 2nd grade. The bottom right 4th grade

Top 4th grade. Bottom 3rd grade.

This one I remember. The top left is kindergarten. Top right 2nd grade and bottom 4th grade

All 5th graders.

I think you will agree that these are very talented kids. Thanks for going with me.

57 comments

  1. Jill Weatherholt's avatar

    Wow! These are incredible, John. So much talent! Thanks for sharing. Enjoy your Sunday!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      You as well, Jill. Thank you.

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  2. Charles Yallowitz's avatar

    Lots of proof that schools and students benefit from art programs.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So true, Charles. 😊

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  3. Gwen M. Plano's avatar
    Gwen M. Plano · ·

    Incredible artwork! Seeing their work makes me wonder if 5th graders everywhere can create masterpieces such as these. Absolutely amazing!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I agree, Gwen. In person the art is even more amazing. Thank you. 😊

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  4. GP's avatar

    No argument from me, John. These kids are already incredible, can you just imagine what they’ll do after more years of guidance?!!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      This is a great point, GP. Thanks. Let’s hope some continue.

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  5. Writer Lori's avatar

    Love seeing children encouraged to express themselves artistically. Such exercises will undoubtedly bear fruit, whatever paths these gifted kids pursue. Thanks for sharing, John!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I can’t see someone interested in art stealing hubcaps for sure. Thank you, Lori.

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  6. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

    They certainly are all talented kids! And they are very fortunate to be in a school that offers art, encourages their creativity, and promotes it to the community.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes, they are. Thank you, Liz. 😁

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  7. Dan Antion's avatar

    Thanks for bringing us along, John. I love student art shows. They have some pretty talented kids here.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks, Dan. I was amazed myself.

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  8. Website: http://brchitwood.com - B R Chitwood - My Mission: Writing to Discover Me's avatar

    Some super talents with great sense of color integration. Thanks for sharing, John. ♥♥♥

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Billy Ray

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  9. Sorryless's avatar

    I wouldn’t have guessed these were kids if I didn’t know. That’s very impressive.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I know right?

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  10. patriciaruthsusan's avatar

    I do agree, John. These are artistic children. The pictures were good. Thanks for explaining the grade levels. Have a great week. 🙂 — Suzanne

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thak you, Suzanne.

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  11. Debbie's avatar

    Our mall used to put the local kids’ artwork on display, and, like you, I’m amazed at the things they come up with. If kids are innately creative, what happens along the way to convince them they’re not? To turn them away from creative pursuits, probably toward more financially-rewarding careers? Something rather sad there. Thanks for the tour, John.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It is a little sad. I just hope the real creatives get to do what they love.

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  12. Darlene's avatar

    What incredible talent! The pictures are quite good actually. I loved the American Gothic drawing especially. Precious.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Darlene

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  13. ghostmmnc's avatar

    Oh my word – these are fantastic! Very talented kids! 🙂

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  14. jilldennison's avatar

    These are amazing!!! I’m truly stunned! The very first one by the 5th grader is … beyond belief, as is the owl by the 2nd grader and the flower by the 4th grader. They are all so awesome! Thanks for sharing these on this Sunday morn!

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  15. Jennie's avatar

    Wow! These are very talented kids. Thanks for the view of the neighborhood. I think the first one in black and white, and the big red flower, are remarkable.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I know right. I liked them too.

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  16. Mae Clair's avatar

    Those are amazing, John. What a talented group of kids. I bet they were super excited to have their work showcased. How wonderful for encouragement and artistic growth. Just stunning!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you Mae. I’ll bet they were super excited to their work displayed . I know I would be.

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  17. The Coastal Crone's avatar

    Some of these I would not have guessed they were from elementary students. Of course, the sign stated they were students from a visual arts program where art would have been encouraged. You still did a good job even without an umbrella. Nice to see the arts encouraged too!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Jo.

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  18. Vashti Q's avatar

    Wow! I have to say that I’m extremely impressed with the talent of these kids. There are so many beautiful pieces here. 😮 Bravo! Thank for sharing these, John.

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      1. John W. Howell's avatar

        Thank you, Vashti.

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  19. shoreacres's avatar

    I really like the third grader’s bird on the red background. There is a lot of talent here, and some very good art. It’s wonderful to see kids that age encouraged to express themselves, and be given some guidance on techniques in the process.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think it would be fun to see a child develop their talent. Thanks, Linda.

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  20. D.L. Finn, Author's avatar
    D.L. Finn, Author · ·

    Pretty amazing and hard to believe they are only in elementary school.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I know right?

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  21. macjam47's avatar

    These are amazing! A beautiful share!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Michelle.

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  22. coldhandboyack's avatar

    These pieces look beyond their years. Very cool, and thanks for sharing it with us.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I thought they were pretty cool too. Thank you, Craig.

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  23. Teri Polen's avatar

    Wow – some of these kids have some incredible talent! I could never do any better than stick people.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Me too. Thanks, Teri.

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  24. circadianreflections's avatar

    Wow! There’s some amazing talent there!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes ther eis for sure. Thanks, Deborah

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  25. Dale's avatar

    These are wonderful, John. Thanks for sharing these talented kids’ art.
    By the way, the best way to get these shots, is on an angle, which is not the best as things get a tad distorted. Ya done good given the situation!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I did a number of angle shots and then cropped them to look straight. I wish I had an umbrella or big hunk of cardboard to block the glare. Worst possible wat to display art. Even just standing there it was hard to see the work let alnoe photograph it. Thanks, Dale.

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      1. Dale's avatar

        I totally understand. You did what you could with what you had! We still got a good idea of their talent.

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Thank you, Dale.

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  26. Christy's avatar
    misschristinas · ·

    Wow, simply beautiful art ❤️ Thanks for sharing.
    I’ve just started a new blog about activities, songs and crafts for kids. Go check it out when you can, thanks!
    https://misschristinathepreschoolteacher.wordpress.com/

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