SF Sixth-Graders Create Works of Art

The following was submitted by Phil Ellingsworth Jr., representing the Spring-Ford Area School District:

ROYERSFORD — Wanting to make a lasting, artistic impression on future generations who will enter through the doors, sixth-graders at the school recently completed a mosaic tile project that tested their design skills, while giving the community something alluring to look at.

Sixth-grade students in Cheryl Kramer’s art class started the fused art project in mid-November, which tested their color, shape, line and design skills. With the help of professional Philadelphia mosaic artist Jessica Gorlin Liddell, students created individual tiles of colored glass that were recently installed at the rear entrance of the school.

Robyn Burckhardt, Program co-coordinator, said the project allowed students to think critically and work together to create a large-scale work of art that would be seen by all who visit the building.

“Students relied on their knowledge of good design and color theory to create a square using symmetry and balance. Each one is unique and unlike any other,” Burckhardt said. “The brightly designed panels were installed to offer maximum visibility by students, parents and the community.”

Funding to support the project was provided by the Spring-Ford 5-6 Grade Center Home and School Association.

The Spring-Ford 5-6 Grade Center is located at 833 S. Lewis Road in Royersford.