Artwork of Perry resident showcased

More than 80 students from all over the state recently participated in Ohio Connections Academy’s Second Annual Art Showcase exhibiting works in digital photography, graphic design, and fine arts.

More than 110 photographs, designs, illustrations, and paintings were submitted by middle and high school students for this year’s event which, like last year’s inaugural event, was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Faith Ramsey a senior from Perry, participated in this year’s exhibit and shared three graphic designs she created.

Faith started attending Ohio Connections Academy this year and said she likes how well the teachers are at working with students. She also appreciates having the opportunity to share her drawings.

“It was very fun participating in the exhibit,” she said. “I enjoy drawing because it helps me to express myself and because it is sort of an escape.”

Ohio Connections Academy photography teacher Alex Campbell helped coordinate the event and said he’s impressed with the talent and creativity of the students and the commitment of the OCA staff to create a forum for students to share their work.

“Following the tremendous response and participation we had at last year’s showcase, we were very pleased to have this opportunity to share the talent and creativity of our students again this year,” Campbell said.

“We are so proud of our students and thankful that they continue to share their outstanding creativity with their fellow students and our faculty.”