2026 Outstanding Student Exhibition & 10th Annual High School Graduates Art Show
2026年度学生优秀作品展/第十届高中毕业生作品展
Art is a journey of discovery and expression. Every artwork reflects the inner world of its creator and serves as a genuine record of personal growth.
Over the past year, our students have observed life and explored the world through their brushes, gaining experience and continuously pushing beyond their limits through exploration and practice. From their first exercises in line drawing to the completion of fully realized works, from mastering techniques to developing artistic appreciation, each stroke embodies dedication and passion, while every creation bears witness to growth and transformation.
This Annual Outstanding Student Art Exhibition brings together a selection of exceptional works created by our students over the past year. The exhibited pieces cover a wide range of subjects and artistic styles, demonstrating both the study and inheritance of traditional artistic language and bold attempts at personal expression. These works not only showcase the students' solid technical foundations and artistic accomplishments, but also reveal the keen observation, rich imagination, and sincere emotional expression of young artists.
艺术是一场关于发现与表达的旅程,每一幅作品都是创作者内心世界的映照,也是成长轨迹的真实记录。
在这一年里,同学们用画笔观察生活、感受世界,在不断探索与实践中积累经验、突破自我。从最初的线条练习到完整作品的呈现,从技法的学习到审美的提升,每一次落笔都凝聚着专注与热爱,每一次创作都见证着成长与蜕变。
本次年度优秀学生作品展,汇集了画室学生在过去一年中的部分优秀创作成果。展出的作品题材丰富、风格多样,既有对传统艺术语言的学习与传承,也有对个性表达的大胆尝试。它们不仅展示了同学们扎实的专业基础和艺术素养,更体现了年轻创作者敏锐的观察力、丰富的想象力和真诚的情感表达。
今年学生大学录取情况:
Yuran He; Carnegie Mellon University
Ethan Peng; Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (Aeronautical Engineering and Graphic Design)
Thea Sima; University of Pennsylvania (Digital Media Design)
Olivia Zhang; UC Berkeley (Art History)
Ella Li; Ringling College of Art and Design (Motion Design)
Amy Wang; University of Washington
Feng Yuan; RISD
Ella Xu; Cornell University
Julinna; NYU (Film and TV Production)
Suri; Northeastern University
Kaitlyn Ma; Artcenter College of Art and Design
Tiffany; University of Washington
Felicity; Northwestern University
Crystal Zhang; Cornell University
Katherine Zhang; Cornell University
Madison; Undecided
Art captures growth, while creativity gives shape to dreams. We invite you to explore the journeys of these young artists through their reflections and to enjoy the exceptional works they have created.
艺术记录成长,创作承载梦想。让我们一同走近这些年轻艺术家的心路历程,倾听他们的感言,欣赏他们的优秀作品。
Yuran He
Entering Carnegie Mellon University Fall' 2026 卡内基梅隆大学

My time at G W art studio has helped me improve both my technical skills and my ability to use art to communicate. I am confident that the patience, big picture thinking, and self confidence that I have gained here will carry me far, not only in my future artistic endeavors, but in anything I pursue. I am very greatful to both my teacher for pushing me to my limits and am excited to continue painting in college!
在 G W Art Studio 的学习经历帮助我提升了艺术技法,也增强了我运用艺术进行表达和沟通的能力。我相信,在这里培养出的耐心、全局思维以及自信心,不仅会在未来的艺术创作道路上助我前行,也会在我今后追求的任何领域中发挥重要作用。我非常感谢老师不断督促我突破自己的极限,也十分期待在大学期间继续坚持绘画创作!
Ethan Peng
Entering Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (Aeronautical Engineering and Graphic Design) Fall' 2026 伦斯勒理工学院(航空工程与平面设计)

I have been part of GW Fine Art Studio for over nine years, beginning at the age of eight under the guidance of Teacher Wang and Teacher Guo. In my early years, they gave me the freedom to draw whatever inspired me — cars speeding along roads and airplanes soaring through the sky. That encouragement sparked a passion that continues to shape who I am today. For the past five years, I have devoted myself to formal sketching and oil painting, developing both technical skills and artistic discipline. These experiences have become the foundation I carry with me as I pursue a future in automotive and aerospace design and engineering — the very worlds I once imagined in my childhood drawings. Teacher Wang and Teacher Guo did more than teach me art; they helped me discover my direction in life.
我在 GW Fine Art Studio 学习已有九年多。从八岁起,我便在王老师和郭老师的指导下开始了艺术之旅。在学习的早期,老师们给了我充分的自由,让我随心所欲地描绘自己喜欢的事物——在道路上飞驰的汽车、翱翔天际的飞机。正是这份鼓励,点燃了我心中对设计与工程的热爱,并持续塑造着今天的我。在过去五年里,我专注于素描和油画的系统学习,逐步培养起扎实的技巧与严谨的艺术素养。这些经历成为我追求汽车与航空设计及工程事业的基石——正是儿时画作中所描绘的那个世界。王老师和郭老师不仅教会了我绘画,更帮助我找到了人生的方向。
Thea Sima
Entering University of Pennsylvania (Digital Media Design) Fall' 2026 宾夕法尼亚大学(数字媒体设计)

I started at GW Art five years ago, and I'm very grateful for the time I've spent here. I've learned a lot from 郭老师 and 王老师, including observation and comparison, composition, and how to use visual language. Painting here also introduced me to different styles and movements, and it all helped me find ways to express my ideas through art. I hope to continue improving.
五年前我开始在GW Art学画,非常怀念在这里度过的时光!从郭老师和王老师那里,我学到了观察比较的技巧,构图的方法,和视觉语言的运用。在这里我更接触到多元的艺术风格,并学会了如何把自己的构思表达出来。我希望今后能继续在艺术方面有所进步。
Olivia Zhang
Entering UC Berkeley (Art History) Fall' 2026 加州大学伯克利分校(艺术史)

Ella Li
Entering Ringling College of Art and Design (Motion Design) Fall' 2026 林林艺术与设计学院(动态设计)

At GW Fine Arts Studio, I learned fundamentals, observational skills, and the importance of dedication. I have learned to persevere and be patient when learning new techniques. Ms. Wang and Mr. Guo push my art, in both foundational and creative techniques. I studied the importance of anatomy and lighting whilst creating fantastical paintings. I learned that rendering a bicep is transmutable to the believability of a creative oil painting. GW has helped me greatly in building my artistic foundation, and I am deeply grateful for Ms. Wang and Mr. Guo's teaching.
在 GW Fine Arts Studio 学习期间,我掌握了扎实的绘画基础、敏锐的观察能力,以及坚持不懈的重要性。在学习新技法的过程中,我学会了如何坚持与耐心。王老师和郭老师在基础技法和创意表达两方面都不断推动我前进。我深入研究了解剖学和光影处理的重要性,并将其运用于奇幻风格的油画创作中。我发现,精准刻画一块二头肌所需的理解,同样适用于创作一幅令人信服的创意油画。GW Fine Arts Studio 为我打下了坚实的艺术基础,对此我深怀感激,也由衷感谢王老师和郭老师的悉心教导。
Amy Wang
Entering University of Washington Fall' 2026 华盛顿大学

I joined GW in 7th grade, and initially, I was so intimidated by the prospect of tackling harder and more complicated drawings; the intricate details always felt a bit daunting. But over time, with the support and patient guidance of Mr. Guo and Ms. Wang, I was able to slowly overcome that fear. They helped me build my confidence step by step until drawing began to feel completely natural. Beyond the art itself, I have truly loved the warm, encouraging atmosphere of the studio, as well as the wonderful conversations shared with Mr. Guo and Ms. Wang. I will carry the lessons, the technical skills, and the patience I have learned here into the future, applying them to whatever life brings my way. Without my teachers, it would have been impossible for me to get to where I am now, both as an artist and as a person, and I am deeply grateful for this entire experience!
我在七年级时加入了 GW。最初,面对更难、更复杂的绘画任务,我感到十分恐惧,那些繁复的细节总让我望而生怯。但随着时间的推移,在郭老师和王老师的耐心支持与指导下,我逐渐克服了这种恐惧。他们一步一步帮助我建立起自信,直到绘画对我来说变得完全自然。除了艺术本身,我也非常喜欢画室温暖、鼓励的氛围,以及与郭老师和王老师之间那些美好的交流与对话。我将把在这里学到的知识、技法和耐心带入未来,无论生活带给我什么,都将从中汲取力量。如果没有两位老师的指导与帮助,我不可能成长为今天这样的自己——无论是作为一名艺术家,还是作为一个人。我由衷感谢这段宝贵的经历,也感谢一路陪伴和支持我的老师们!
Feng Yuan
Entering RISD Fall' 2026 罗德岛设计学院

My time at GW Fine Art Studio helped me realize that art is not only about accurately representing a subject, but also about expressing emotions through color, brushwork, and the overall atmosphere of a painting. I am deeply grateful to Mr. Guo and Ms. Wang for their guidance, encouragement, and support throughout my artistic journey.
在GW FineArt Studio 的学习让我意识到,绘画不只是准确地再现对象,也可以通过色彩、笔触和画面气氛表达内心情绪。感谢郭老师、王老师一直以来的指导与鼓励。
Suri
Entering Northeastern University Fall' 2026 东北大学

Over the past couple of years, I have been seriously developing my skills in sketching, drawing, and painting at the GW Art Studio. Mr. Guo and Ms. Wang have been incredibly kind and supportive, generously sharing their knowledge and techniques with me, especially in helping me build my art portfolio during the college application process. Additionally, I love the creative environment of the art studio, surrounded by all these talented people who are quietly immersed into the work. Thanks to Mr. Guo and Ms. Wang's guidance, my art techniques and creative imagination have grown tremendously, and I am deeply grateful for everything they have done for me.
在过去的两年多时间,通过在GW美术工作室的学习,我的素描、绘画和油画技巧取得了非常大的进步。郭老师和王老师非常友善和支持,慷慨地与我分享他们的知识和技巧,尤其是在大学申请过程中帮助我建立艺术作品集。此外,我非常喜欢美术工作室的创意环境,周围都是这些默默专注于工作的有才华的人。非常感谢郭老师和王老师的教导,使我的艺术技能和创意得到极大的提高,我由衷感谢他们为我做的一切!
Julinna
Entering NYU (Film and TV Production) Fall' 2026 纽约大学(电影与电视制作)

During my time at GW, I have grown so much as an artist. At GW Art Studio, I learned how to draw more carefully and bring my ideas to life through painting. I'm very grateful for the support and encouragement from 郭老师 and 王老师, who helped me develop both my skills and confidence as an artist. With their guidance, I was able to create a portfolio that I am truly proud of.
在 GW 学习期间,我作为一名艺术家得到了很大的成长。在 GW Art Studio,我学会了如何更加细心地描绘,并通过绘画将我的想法呈现出来。我非常感谢郭老师和王老师的支持与鼓励,他们帮助我提升了技能,也增强了我作为艺术家的自信心。在两位老师的指导下,我完成了一份令自己真正感到自豪的作品集。
Tiffany
Entering University of Washington Fall' 2026 华盛顿大学

Looking back at my 4 years at the studio, I realize how much I have grown under the guidance of Mr. Guo and Ms. Wang. Through the countless hours of looking at the sculptures, they taught me how to observe them in a different perspective. I will carry my learnings from the studio to college and beyond. I will miss coming to the studio every week.
回顾在画室度过的四年时光,我深深感受到自己在郭老师和王老师的悉心指导下成长了许多。通过无数次对雕塑的观察与研究,他们教会了我从不同角度审视和理解事物。我将把从画室学到的一切带入大学生活以及未来更远的旅程。离开画室后,我一定会怀念每个星期来这里学习和创作的时光。
Kaitlyn Ma
Entering Artcenter College of Art and Design Fall' 2026 艺术中心设计学院

I am deeply grateful for my teachers at GW Fine Art Studio, they taught me the fundamentals to sketching and oil painting that helped me build my portfolio. The studio is well organized and structured. Both teachers are very supportive and kind, they helped me develop my skills at my pace and helped me improve my creative ideas. I love coming to the studio to study art weekly.
我非常感谢 GW Fine Art Studio 的老师们,他们教会了我素描和油画的基础知识,帮助我建立起自己的作品集。画室组织有序、结构清晰。两位老师都非常支持和友善,他们按照我自己的节奏帮助我提升技能,并不断激发和改善我的创意构思。我非常喜欢每周来到画室学习艺术的时光。这不仅让我在绘画方面不断进步,也让我享受创作带来的快乐。感谢老师们一直以来的悉心指导与陪伴。
Felicity
Entering Northwestern University Fall' 2026 西北大学

I've always loved drawing and painting. My time at GW Fine Art Studio has not only taught me the skills to paint still life pieces, but also helped me gain a new perspective on viewing the world. Through learning about specific lights, shadows, and hues, I see objects in real life differently. Furthermore, through crafting creative pieces, I've learned to compose my own original pieces utilizing my stories and inspiration. Looking back at these four years, it's been an incredible time that will stay with me as I move forward. Thank you 郭老师 and 王老师 for all your guidance and support.
我一直都热爱绘画。在 GW Fine Art Studio 的学习时光,不仅让我掌握了静物画的绘画技巧,更帮助我以全新的视角看待这个世界。通过对特定光线、阴影和色调的深入学习,我在日常生活中观察事物的方式也发生了改变。此外,在进行创意创作的过程中,我学会了如何将自己的故事与灵感融入作品,创作出属于自己的原创作品。回望这四年,那是一段珍贵而难忘的时光,将永远陪伴我前行。感谢郭老师和王老师一直以来的悉心指导与支持。没有你们的帮助,我无法取得今天的成长与进步。
Madison
Entering College Fall' 2026 待定

Drawing at GW gave me the chance to do something I love just for the sake of it, something that I did just for myself. It helped me fall in love with art all over again, and now I can't imagine my life without it.
在 GW 学习绘画,让我有机会单纯地去做一件自己热爱的事情——不是为了别人,而是为了自己。这段经历让我重新爱上了艺术,也让我再次感受到创作带来的快乐。如今,我已经无法想象没有艺术陪伴的生活。
Crystal Zhang
Entering Cornell University Fall' 2026 康奈尔大学

Ella Xu
Entering Cornell University Fall' 2026 康奈尔大学

My time at GW Art studio gave me the opportunity to learn skills and explore different styles, while also developing patience and attention to detail. I learned about the amount of effort that goes into planning and making artwork through the creative works, giving me a newfound appreciation for the arts. I am very grateful to teacher Guo and teacher Wang for their guidance and meaningful support.
在 GW Art Studio 学习的这段时间里,我不仅有机会掌握各种绘画技巧、探索不同的艺术风格,也培养了耐心和对细节的关注。通过参与创意创作,我深刻体会到构思和制作一件艺术品所需投入的心血,这让我对艺术有了全新的欣赏与理解。我非常感谢郭老师和王老师一直以来的悉心指导与真诚支持。
Katherine Zhang
Entering Cornell University Fall' 2026 康奈尔大学

Being a student at the GW Fine Arts Studio has helped me hone my sketching and painting skills through patient and consistent teaching. However, not only has it enabled me to create beautiful artworks that have far surpassed my expectations, but it's taught me how to be patient, persistent, and attentive to detail. The lessons I've learned from the GW studio will stay with me in my future painting and life endeavors!
在 GW Fine Arts Studio 学习的过程中,通过老师们耐心而持续的指导,我不断磨练并提升了自己的素描和绘画技巧。这段经历不仅让我创作出了远超自己预期的精美作品,更教会了我如何保持耐心、坚持不懈,以及注重细节。我在 GW 画室学到的这些经验和品质,将会一直伴随着我,无论是在未来的艺术创作道路上,还是在人生的其他追求中,都将使我受益匪浅。
We firmly believe that art education is not only about developing technical skills, but also about cultivating aesthetic appreciation, creativity, and independent thinking. Every student is a unique individual, and every artwork carries its own story and aspirations. This exhibition is both a celebration of the achievements made over the past year and a new starting point on each student's artistic journey toward the future.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all of our students for their hard work and perseverance, to the parents for their understanding and unwavering support, and to every friend who cares about and appreciates the arts. We hope that, through enjoying these works, visitors will experience the beauty and power of art, discover the strength that comes from growth, and join us in witnessing the blossoming of young dreams.
我们始终相信,艺术教育不仅是技能的培养,更是审美能力、创造精神和独立思考能力的塑造。每一位学生都是独特的个体,每一件作品都承载着属于自己的故事与梦想。今天的展览既是对过去一年学习成果的总结,也是迈向未来艺术道路的新起点。
在此,感谢所有学生的勤奋与坚持,感谢家长们的理解与支持,也感谢每一位关心和热爱艺术的朋友。愿大家在欣赏作品的过程中,感受到艺术的魅力,发现成长的力量,共同见证年轻梦想的绽放。