East Kentwood Student Art on Display at Kent ISD

GRAND RAPIDS – Traditional art from East Kentwood High School artists is now on view at Kent ISD.   Graphite drawings, pastels and watercolor art can be viewed in the lobby at 2930 Knapp NE during business hours now through March 6.

The student artists in grades 8 through 12, taught by East Kentwood High School art teacher Le Tran, have been studying portraits and landscapes. Tran gives students a solid foundation for their art education and experience. “One of our goals is to prepare students for college level art courses,” says Tran. “We really focus on giving the students diverse and in-depth lessons.” That includes a traditional approach to learning and making art such as oil painting, graphic design, airbrushing, sculpture, ceramics and jewelry. 

The East Kentwood High School art display is one of a series during the year from schools within Kent ISD.  Other districts with lobby displays this year include Kenowa Hills, East Grand Rapids and South Christian High School. Thornapple Kellogg High School will have a display in March, followed by South Christian High School in April.

Kent ISD also participates in Representative Vern Ehlers’ annual Congressional Arts Competition, serving as local judges and occasionally offering purchase awards to student winners.  

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