The latest exhibition in the Swartley Gallery Series is a community art exhibition inspired by the theme “What Does it Mean to be Human?” D-E Middle School (MS) and Upper School (US) students, faculty, and staff contributed paintings, drawings, ceramics, collages, photography, textile art, and mixed-media work to this stunning showcase, which will be on view through Tuesday, April 14. During this week’s Artist Reception, Rachel Deutsch-Brusky, US/MS Art & Design Teacher, said the exhibit represents “many different perspectives across our community… as well as a wide range of mediums for expressing emotions, stories, and narratives.” Ms. Brusky presented an oil-on-canvas painting depicting her brother, who has struggled with mental and physical health challenges. “The piece has a feeling of sadness, but there is also a light of hope that shows his perseverance,” she said. Other works include an evolution-themed work by Jagger Ross ’30, “showing humanity’s unique drive to survive, build, and learn from past mistakes”; a collection from ninth graders on “the world around them through a microscopic lens”; and an acrylic painting by Catie Carnoy ’27, “inspired by the human desire for perfection.” Ms. Brusky noted it was also special to see the work of faculty/staff who the community may not be familiar with as artists. Don’t miss this impactful series!
