By Ana Farah 
One of my favorite aspects of being part of the Newspaper Club is being able to connect with teachers and students to see what everyone is creating. That’s why one of the most special parts of the month is being able to see what the Art Faculty recommends as some of their featured pieces of the month. This month we have three featured artists that we are so proud of and honored to share their art and stories.
The lovely Mrs. Fornadel has highlighted two students this month, the first of which is Weston Saunders. Weston is a freshman student at York Suburban, and he is currently in Painting I. He says that one of his many inspirations is a French painter, Claude Monet. Monet’s beautiful artwork often depicts a scenic landscape and Mrs. Fornadel says that Weston channels his love of nature in his artwork. Attached below is an image of Weston with his artwork “Autumn mountains”!
The next student Mrs. Fornadel has chosen to feature is Jaidan Kopp. Jaidan is a senior that has taken several art courses, including painting, drawing, introduction to ceramics, art portfolio, and will be taking sculpture and an independent study later this year! Jaidan’s love of art has led them to apply to study Art Education at Millersville. Jaidan’s inspiration for art is based on both famous artists and family members. Jaidan says that Camila Salina’s self-portraits are inspiring. Here Jaidan is working on a self-portrait in oils – so beautiful!
Last but definitely not least is Star Jirtle, nominated by Mrs. Furjanic. Star is a junior and is taking Drawing I. Star says that her inspiration for her art is her mother! The Trojan Newspaper congratulates Star on her creativity and talent.
Michela Soares