Throughout the spring, the art students at Wayne Trace High School have been extremely busy showcasing their work around the region. In the Scholastic Art Show which just wrapped up at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art, six Raiders exhibited pieces.
Senior Luke Stouffer received a Gold Key and a Silver Key, Junior Axel Bidlack received a Gold Key, Senior Fern Jackson received a Silver Key and an Honorable Mention, Senior Aiden Lee received a Silver Key, Junior Natalie Richie received an Honorable Mention, and sophomore Boston Font received an Honorable Mention. Senior Aiden Lee was also one of only six artists in the entire Northeast Indiana/Northwest Ohio Region to have his portfolio selected for recognition, receiving a Silver Key for his series of works.
Ten Wayne Trace pieces were also featured at the Kewpee High School Invitational at ArtSpace in Lima. Senior Luke Stouffer received first place for his printmaking and senior Aiden Lee received second place for his sculpture in addition to having a watercolor on display. Also exhibiting work in this show were senior Fern Jackson with two pieces, senior Trista Evans, juniors Natalie Richie with three pieces, and junior Aubree Miller.
Eighteen Wayne Trace artists are currently exhibiting their work in Van Wert as part of the Wassenberg Art Center’s annual High School Art Invitational. Senior Aiden Lee once again received an award for a piece, earning third place for his printmaking work.
If you have not yet had the chance to see the work of these talented students on display, please join us in recognizing all of our Wayne Trace artists at the annual District Art Show which will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Junior High Gymnasium. Admission is free and refreshments will be served.
