prismacolor pencil, acrylic pen, on black construction paper; 9×10”
“Under the guidance of art teacher Steve Groh, students learned about the graffiti style artwork of Keith Haring, and created a drawing in a similar style using symbolic imagery to communicate a message based on a social issue.”
“My piece pays tribute to Keith Haring’s bold lines and impactful social messages. This vibrant, aerial depiction of a beach overrun by plastic speaks to the urgent need to protect marine life. The outline is made to look like fishing line, referencing the threat it poses to aquatic creatures. The words “Don’t Kill Animals – Stop Water Pollution” reinforce the call to action. A small turtle in the composition serves as a reminder that our actions impact these fragile environments. Ultimately, I hope to evoke change and inspire a collective responsibility to protect our oceans.”
ARTIST BIO: Ava FLICKINGER is a grade 9 student at OHHS.