The Constables of tomorrow were feeling comfortable today after putting on an art exhibition in Suffolk.
They are all studying at One Sixth Form College in Ipswich where they showcased their talents across their place of study that is based on Scrivener Drive.
The group of fine art, textiles, photography, graphics and history of art learners offered every genre imaginable – from portraits to sculpture and fashion to 3D models.
Sally Maddams is a teacher of fine art at ONE. She said: “It was a superb exhibition that helped celebrate some of the amazing talent that we have here.
“I think people should come and study here as opposed to somewhere else as it is the best place. It’s a brilliant atmosphere with great resources and talented staff.
“Students go onto amazing destinations, and we have someone who has worked on big TV shows as a set designer. And a former Eastern Education Group student (Charlotte Miller) recently created a painting that went on to have 18 million views online and she has now been able to quit her job to become a full-time artist. Hearing stories like that can only inspire current and future learners.”
Some of the work was given a special principals award.
One of the principal award winners (who received a certificate and Amazon voucher) was Myia Jones, 18, from Wickham Market. She said: “I wanted to explore (my art) to create a 3D effect. I’m very happy to win the award. Long term I’m going to go into science but art will always be my hobby. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time here – the education was top tier.”
Jenny Claringell, 18, from Ipswich was on a fine art course and had her art on show. She created a painting based on emotion. She said: “It was a nice environment to be in. I’m now off to University of Essex and I will continue to do art in the future.”
Iona Tait, 18, from Martlesham studied fine art at ONE and she won an award. She said: “I’m hoping to go to Loughborough. One painting was of my brother who is a doctor. And the other one is of me now and me when I was younger. I’ve enjoyed my time here. The teachers have been so helpful in helping us step outside of the box. My dream is to do art and travel.”
Ellen Moss, 17, from Ipswich studied fine art. She said: “I drew inspiration from pattern work and vibrant colours. My time here has been really good.”
