Photos by Ryan Holloway/Miami-Dade County
More than 600 guests were in awe with the works of art from students who could be the next Picasso. Commissioner Joe A. Martinez hosted his annual “Creative Visions 2019” Student Art Exhibition on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at the Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum of Florida International University. This art exhibition showcased artwork from the elementary, middle, and high schools throughout Commissioner Martinez’s district. Attendees were able to enjoy refreshments, the visual art exhibition, musical performances by Miami Arts Studio and a documentary film screening.
“The Creative Visions program is an event I am truly proud of. We were literally flooded with submissions from students with remarkable talent,” said Commissioner Martinez. “The community will have the opportunity to take notice of the artistic gems in our own schools. I commend all the students, teachers, parents, and sponsors who helped create such a successful event this year.”
The competition and exhibit opportunity was created by Commissioner Martinez to promote art in public schools, encourage fledgling young artists, and provide a venue to exhibit their artwork. Creative Visions also includes video media submissions, known as “11-Tube,” in which the district high schools compete in a video competition.
A panel of local art industry personalities selected the best works of art from each academic level at the exhibition. The creators of the winning art pieces received a trophy, a certificate and prizes donated by local businesses. Students earning an honorable mention received a trophy and a congratulatory certificate (list of winners below).
The exhibition at the Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum of Florida International University, 10975 SW 17th Street, Miami, FL 33199 runs through May 15, 2019. The art exhibition will then be delivered to Miami International Airport (MIA) where it will be showcased and seen by everyone who travels through the airport.
For more information, please contact Commissioner Martinez’s office at 305-552-1155
Elementary School Awards
1st Place: Luis Torres, 4th Grade, Claude Pepper Elementary
2nd Place: Christine Rosario, 4th Grade, Claude Pepper Elementary
3rd Place: Jaden Maldonado, 3rd Grade, Claude Pepper Elementary
Honorable Mentions
Isabel Chirolde, 5th Grade, Claude Pepper Elementary
Jackeline Montalvan, 5th Grade, Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary
Reese Montanez, 1st Grade, Kendale Lakes Elementary
Mia Zakhariyas, 5th Grade, Norma Butler Bossard Elementary
Julian Donis, 2nd Grade, Norma Butler Bossard Elementary
Cristina La Riva, 5th Grade, Pinecrest Academy South Charter
Middle School Awards
1st Place: Aileen Suarez, 7th Grade, MAS @ Zelda Glazer 6-12
2nd Place: Alanna Herna, 6th Grade, W.R. Thomas Middle
3rd Place: Nicole Zapatel, 8th Grade, Hammocks Middle
Honorable Mentions
Nicole Zapatel, 8th Grade, Hammocks Middle
Richard Roque, 6th Grade, Jane S. Roberts K-8 Center
Abigail Gonzalez, 6th Grade, Jane S. Roberts K-8 Center
Sophia Vigil, 7th Grade, Jane S. Roberts K-8 Center
Elizabeth Arroyave, 7th Grade, W.R. Thomas Middle
Rhiannon Garcia, 8th Grade, W.R. Thomas Middle
High School Awards
1st Place: Milenna Ferreira, 10th Grade, Felix Varela Senior High
2nd Place: Alejandro Guerra, 12th Grade, John A. Ferguson Senior High
3rd Place: Daniela Alonso, 11h Grade, MAS @ Zelda Glazer 6-12
Honorable Mentions
Brittany Beaupaerthay, 11th Grade, G. Holmes Braddock Senior High
Isabella Blanco, 11th Grade, John A. Ferguson Senior High
Elias Vazquez, 10th Grade, MAS @ Zelda Glazer 6-12
Carolina Sarduy, 11th Grade, MAS @ Zelda Glazer 6-12
Pricilla Cordova, 9th Grade, MAS @ Zelda Glazer 6-12
Janelle Diaz, 11th Grade, MAS @ Zelda Glazer 6-12
Group Projects
1st Place – Wonderland Flowers, 5th Grade, Jack D. Gordon Elementary
e-Creative Visions 11-Tube Winners
Jeremy Arana, 10th Grade, John A. Ferguson Senior High
Valentina Sandoval, 12th Grade, John A. Ferguson Senior High
Edward Franco, 10th Grade, John A. Ferguson Senior High
e-Creative Visions 11-Tube 2nd Place Winners
Sophia Blacio, 10th Grade, Pinecrest Preparatory Charter Middle-High
Laura Gutierrez, 10th Grade, Pincecrest Preparatory Charter Middle-High
Invitation Artist Winner
Syione Soto, 5th Grade, Claude Pepper Elementary
Exhibition Catalog Cover Artist Winner
Catalina Chow, 3rd Grade, Kendale Lakes Elementary
