The Annual Art Competition

is year’s theme was Minimalism. Despite the rather busy start to the term, pupils were able to quickly organise themselves, led by their Heads of House. e entries had a great mix of two-dimensional and three-dimensional artwork. ere was sti competition especially between Jipe and Elementaita House but at the end, there can only be one winner; Elementaita won this year’s competition, congratulations! Below are some highlights from the exhibition.

Visit to Tafaria Castle & Centre for the Arts

In February this year, the Fifth and Sixth Form pupils took a two-day trip to Tafaria Castle. is was an opportunity for both the Fine Artists and the Photographers to learn more about the creative world and its possibilities, from pottery and textiles to sculpture and applied art in museums.

Pupils were also able to meet with a painter, Patricia Spoor, who facilitated a painting session. Accompanying sta were not left out and were happy to participate in the activities!

Below are some of the nished paintings and testimonials from the pupils.

“I loved how each sculpture represented a topic and how the artists conveyed emotions in their visual arts…” - Aya Mohsen(E)

“I have learnt that art really has zero limits; when I saw the instrument that was created using simple wood and recordings implanted in them to make music, combining technology to make an incomprehensible instrument, this was truly inspiring.”

- Andrew Akampa(M)

“At Tafaria, you have complete creative freedom and you can reduce waste by recycling it.”

-Tacha Lemarti(J)

“I saw the appeal in being unique as an artist, although drawing inspiration is important, it is just as important to express yourself fully in your own way”

- Grace Muema

(E)

“I learnt that there is more to art than just drawing and painting. I learnt that an artist can express themselves in many di erent ways and one can create art in almost any environment”

- Imani Slater(J)

Tafaria Castle Grounds