Student Art Envisions the Future
Local high school students are asked to create a vision of ‘East End Futures’ through a digital residency program
for Guild Hall’s Annual Student Art Show
The Student Annual art show at Guild Hall of East Hampton is a yearly exhibition of student work collected from the many schools of the east end, and fills the galleries with color, excitement and youthful expression. This year, education fellow Anthony Madonna posed the theme of ‘Past, Present and Future’ to prompt student responses. In the midst of the global Covid-19 pandemic- as many schools were partially remote learning- the opportunity for remote zoom classes enabled art to continue in the form of a digital residency idea in which artist ( and East End Futures creator and admin) Scott Bluedorn was invited to work and guide the students in the creation of their visions of the future for the east end of Long Island. The groups included Zubarriain's 11th and 12th grade sculpture class and architecture class from East Hampton High School:
Hannah Hartsough - “Montauk’s Past, Present and Future”
An interesting look at architectural style and design, Hannah Hartsough’s model looks especially to the future in which reused and reclaimed materials make up the bulk of construction, even in the stilt design used to support structures that now dangle over cliffs as erosion accelerates in our coastal zone.
Neo Albertini - “Ocean Generator”
The Ocean Generator is an idea for wave-based power generation, a clean and renewable energy source certainly possible in our region. This design also seems to incorporate an artificial reef that would create a suitably shaped wave for surfing, a popular recreational activity of the region.
Hudson Musnicki - “Quaestio Pier”
Hudson Musnicki’s playful pier design is inspired by his experience working on boat docks and also from a unique restaurant in Mexico. The centerpiece is a communal hammock that provides an interesting perspective on the water and would encourage interaction among visitors.
Jenny Nguyen - “The Solar Power Umbrella”
An inventive yet utilitarian take on the common beach umbrella, Jenny Nguyen’s solar power umbrella would put photovoltaic panels on an object that sees plenty of sun, and could probably power small electronics in a place without electricty or connect to the grid to feed power back when needed.
Asha Hokanson - “Greenhouse Loft”
Asha Hokanson created a model for a house that puts greenhouse features at the center. Inspired by a house in Greenland that utilized a glass dome to create a warmer environment, this house presents a vision of living sustainably with plants while providing heat through the concept of solar gain.
Caleb Peralta - “Modern Wave”
A comprehensive vision of a solar powered home is presented by Caleb Peralta, covering nearly every available surface with PV panels. Even the electric car has its own dedicated power station that utilizes solar power.