The National Art Honor Society is off to a booming start to the school year with 45 members joining their club. On November 6, NAHS is showcasing members’ talent at their Nostoglia art show. The show will be held at the Galena Center for the Arts at 3:30 p.m, allowing time for passing community members to stop in on their way to the varsity volleyball team’s sectional game on the same night. Many members of NAHS are involved in sports and other clubs, and Galena High School always strives to embrace this diversity. “The officers and I were more than happy to move up our show time in order to allow for people to do both, and not have to choose which event to attend,” said NAHS Advisor Mrs. T.
Due to the large numbers the art club has this year, it’s going to be their biggest show yet. Each wall is lined with artwork that demonstrates the creative minds of these young artists. NAHS officers were hard at work installing the show on Sunday evening. “Seeing the show really come to life and being a part of that process is one of my favorite parts about being involved with NAHS,” said President Lilianna Asta.
With the nostalgic theme of the show, many had a meaningful and personal connection with their piece. Sisters Nevaeh Ottenhausen ‘26 and Ella Ottenhausen ‘28 decided to create a collaborative piece. Using a tiny canvas, the girls each drew their half of the childhood room that they shared. “Every time I think of my childhood room I get a nostalgic feeling,” said Nevaeh Ottenhausen. “Especially because we no longer live in that house.”
As for Ally Farrey ‘26, she created a mosaic of colorful younger pictures of herself centered around a current black and white photo of herself. She wanted a way to pay homage to her younger childhood self and display how we are all reflective of our inner child. “This piece really speaks to the feeling I have about growing up, “ Farrey shared. “I feel as though I took my childhood for granted and find myself yearning for simpler times.”
Many took the opportunity to pay respects to people or animals in their lives who have passed away. Max Schulz ‘26 created a graphite pencil drawing of his cat named Blaze. “Blaze was my first pet as a young child growing up, and I have many fond memories with him.”
These artists are not only talented, but they also persist with thoughtfulness in their artwork. Don’t miss the chance to appreciate their work firsthand by attending the opening on November 6 from 3:30 to 5 p.m., as well as stop in at any time in November to view the gallery.
