Art Auction Preview


On May 19, 2012, BHS will hold a fundraising Art Auction that features work from some of our creative Alumni. Here Torchbearer gets to know some of the artists contributing to the Auction.


Vivienne J Gardner ‘47


I graduated in 1947, having been a student at the BHS since 1940. I then went to The Cooper Union Art School in New York City.


I love all painting media but have found myself being commissioned mostly to work in stained glass. I have also done mosaic murals and many sculptures. My inspiration for art is drawn from the beauty I see around me, particularly in the effects of light and colour. Maths and Biology were my favourite lessons - the latter giving me the opportunity to illustrate the subjects with beautiful diagrams. I also thoroughly enjoyed the drama classes with Mrs Brass and was involved in acting in the plays as well as doing the scenery; in fact, I continue to help with the scenery for BHS productions.


“Don’t be afraid to make mistakes, feel free to experiment.”


Samantha Gosling ‘07


“Do what you are passionate about. Art is not easy.”


20 Torchbearer Spring 2012


I attended BHS for 11 years until 2005 when I moved to school in the US. I remember a lot from Primary school arts and crafts and I always really enjoyed “art time”. It was my best subject from a very early age. Today my medium is oil paint and I find inspiration in interesting people and places, and also strange objects. I plan to paint a “Promise Portrait” for the highest bidder at the Art Auction.


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