Columbia High School held the opening of its annual art show on May 19 at the Pierro Art Gallery, featuring student work in painting, photography, sculpture, pottery, and mixed media from grades nine through 12. The exhibition, titled “A Visual Feast,” runs through June 11 and highlights the contributions of art teachers including Richard Cutrona, Curtis Grayson III, Cindy Malhotra, Karen Murphy, Alexandra Paholke, and Nicole Thomas. Several teachers and student artists attended the opening with family and friends.
The show matters because it connects the school with the local arts community and celebrates student creativity across disciplines. Teachers emphasized that the exhibition supports student wellness and growth by allowing young artists to find authentic creative paths. The event underscores the value of visual arts education in fostering craftsmanship, technique, and personal investment in learning, with Supervisor of Visual Arts James Manno noting the bright future for Columbia High School students.