Pekin Art

04/29/2026

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04/28/2026

Take a look at this incredible snake sculpture painting, designed and constructed by Advanced Art senior Cami Sawyer. The snake is a three-dimensional form that comes off the painted canvas. Every part of the concept and ex*****on was entirely her own. The snake itself is created using paper, glue, and acrylic paint.

Cami will be graduating very soon. Join us in wishing her the very best as she begins her journey beyond the walls of the art room and Pekin School! Pekin Schools

04/28/2026

Take a look at this incredible dragon and egg sculpture, designed and constructed by Advanced Art senior Rannen Harbison. Every part of the concept and ex*****on was entirely her own. The dragon itself is created using paper, glue, and acrylic paint, while the egg features carefully placed thumbtacks to form its striking scales.

Rannen—and her twin sister, who is also part of our Advanced Art class—will be graduating very soon. Join us in wishing them both the very best as they begin their journeys beyond the walls of the art room and Pekin School! Pekin Schools

04/20/2026

Our 7th Grade Exploratory Art students recently dove into the world of fiber art with an exciting needle felting animal sculpture project! 🐑✨

Students learned how to build sturdy, three-dimensional sculptures by shaping wool with special barbed needles. Starting with basic forms and armatures, they brought their animals to life by adding color, texture, and detailed features that made each piece unique and recognizable.

Throughout the project, students focused on:
✔️ Safe and responsible tool use
✔️ Following step-by-step directions
✔️ Creative problem-solving and craftsmanship

Using foam pads, felting needles, and finger guards for safety, students gained hands-on experience with a brand-new medium while developing their artistic skills.

They wrapped up the project with a self-assessment and class critique, reflecting on their growth and celebrating their work.

The finished felt animals turned out amazing! 🎉🦊🐻Pekin Schools

04/19/2026

We are proud to celebrate our talented Pekin students who were recognized at the 2025–26 SEI Combined Conference Art Show, currently on display at the Southeastern Community College Art Gallery through Friday, May 1st!

Congratulations to the following students for their outstanding work:

🏅 Abigail Guise – 3rd Place, Painting (Oil/Acrylic) for Desert
🏅 Hayden Miller – 1st Place, Ceramics for Pucker Up
🏅 Lacey Collins – Honorable Mention, Ceramics for Whale Tale

🏅 Kenneth Moore – 2nd Place, Judge’s Category for Candid Canine
🏅 Mathias Thorton – 3rd Place, Judge’s Category for Tree Stump
🏅 Hayden Miller – Honorable Mention, Judge’s Category for Denis the Dungeness

Your creativity, craftsmanship, and dedication truly stand out—congratulations on representing Pekin so well! 👏

If you get the chance, stop by the gallery and see this incredible work in person! Pekin Schools

04/18/2026

We're proud to share that some of our most talented Pekin artists now have their work on display at the Southeastern Community College Art Gallery!

Each year, art teachers bring outstanding student work to this space for the Judged Southeastern Super Conference Art Competition, where students compete for top honors. Awards include Best of Show for each division, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, North and South Best of Show, and Honorable Mentions in every category.

This year, Pekin is well represented! Please wish these students the best of luck:

* Ava Owens (11) — Harper G, Sculpture
* Macie Marble (9) — Paper Mâché Whale Shark, Sculpture
* Lacey Collins (12) — Afterglow, Acrylic Painting
* Lacey Collins (12) — Whale's Tale, Ceramics
* Aubree Campbell (11) — Spots, Ceramics
* Mathias Thornton (11) — Tree Stump, Ceramics
* Aydan Moore (10) — Ladybug, Sculpture
* Kenneth Moore (12) — Candid Canine, Ceramics
* Kenneth Moore (12) — Lupine Longing, Sculpture
* Hayden Miller (11) — Pucker Up, Ceramics
* Hayden Miller (11) — Denis the Dungeness, Sculpture
* Bristyn Ingle (9) — Strawberry, Ceramics
* Bristyn Ingle (9) — Flamingo, Sculpture
* Cameron Sawyer (12) — Tiger, Acrylic Painting
* Abigail Guise (12) — Cactus, Acrylic Painting

We'll share results as soon as they're announced! In the meantime, enjoy the gallery photos taken by Mr. Guise—and if you get the chance, stop by SCC to see this incredible work in person. Pekin Schools

04/12/2026

2026 Pekin Panther Las Vegas Prom Decorations brought to you by Prom Sponsors Ms. Goudy and Mrs. Brom. Special thanks to the class of 2027, Sara Deutsch, Dakota Bates, and Ann Kent Hasselman. Shout out to the Pekin Visual Arts Advanced Students, Lacey Collins, Kenneth Moore, Tatum Harbison, and Mr. Guise’s entire Sculpture Class. Vegas Baby! Pekin Schools

04/12/2026

2026 Pekin Panther Prom walkthrough: Las Vegas. Pekin Schools

04/10/2026

Tomorrow is the 2026 Pekin Prom. This is the fifth year the Pekin Art Department has helped the Junior Class and Prom Sponsors Ms. Goudy and Mrs. Brom decorate. We think this is one of the Best! Everyone has done an amazing job. Stay tuned for our annual video. 🎆🎇🧨🌟🎤🌠💃🕺

04/08/2026

Pretty cool and active day in the art room—springtime music filled the space as students worked on their creative projects. Pekin Schools

04/08/2026

Congratulations to Pekin’s Viewer’s Choice winner from last Friday’s Art Walk—seventh grader Dawson Wiggins for her artwork “B Burger.”

The Pekin Art Department had a successful kickoff at the combined Fairfield and Pekin School Districts Art Show, hosted by the Fairfield Art Association. The exhibit is on display throughout the month at the Fairfield Arts & Convention Center and features a variety of student artwork from both districts.

The 2026 Annual Art Show includes work in a wide range of media, including charcoal, acrylic, oil, watercolor, colored pencil, clay, and ink. Thank you to everyone who came out to support our students. Pekin Schools

03/22/2026

I was once told by one of my mentors, David Kramer, an experienced art teacher from Fairfield—and I’m paraphrasing here—“sometimes you just have to get out of their way and let them create incredible things.” That idea has stuck with me.

In my Pekin Advanced Art class, I try to do exactly that. I give students the space to develop their own ideas, experiment freely, and take ownership of their learning. When they’re trusted to lead their creative process, the results are incredible—I consistently see some of the strongest, most meaningful artwork come from that approach.

Mr. Guise
Pekin Schools