Bloomington High School - Bruin Yearbook (Bloomington, CA)

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Seniors in art are rare and few, but those who continue in the medium have talent and are truly interested in,-ial-I the courses the fine arts department has to offer. As a art student for two years, Irene Borrego says she plans to further her art education in College. III really like drawing, but paintings are my best work. I think Mrs. Amstadter is one of the best teachers around. In her two years she has enrolled in art survey and ceramics which she truly enioys. 'Another two year art student who also plans to further his art education is Ken Smith. IlMrs. Amstadter taught me that there is more to art than iust drawing and painting. Landscapes are my favorite subiects, I really love drawing, but l've got to admit landscapes are lbad'. Crafts seems to be a growing form of art now, more and more students are becoming a bit more interested in this new art. In crafts you can make many things for yourseIf,or possibly make it as a gift for a friend.One student who has taken crafts for three years is senior Doug Riddle. Doug who has also taken a year of art says he prefers crafts over any other art class.lllt's a lot of fun. My favorite proiects are decoulf-7098 and my leather works. Some kids say that Mr. Rossow is hard on them, but l've known him for three years, and I think he's alright. One student who plans to make a living of art is John Derr. lIHe's a fine potter and a really talented painter. He's very ambitious and wants to pursue a career in commercial art explains art teacher Mrs. Amstadter. lIMy best painting was a snow scene I did in the early part of the year. I love to draw at home, where I can kick back and listen to some music, this way I'm more relaxed, says John about his art. John also states that in his two and one half years, that NIYS. Amstadter taught him how to appreciate art. Grace Palomera has been an art student for four years. Even since she has been a freshman, Grace has shown excellent talent as an artist. Introduction to art was her class as a freshman and her achievements were outstanding. As a sophomore she became involved with ceramics, and as a iunior she tried introduction to design and advanced disign. This year, Grace is enrolled in th painting class, in which she has accomplished many beautiful PClInfI0QS.Grace says she Ilreally enioys art and that Mrs. Amstadter is an excellent teacher. Irene,Ken,Doug, John and Grace are some ofthe outstanding senior artists at .Bl00mInQI.0 ' and they have worked hard at it. Of course, many other seniors have participated in our art programs and they too, are- gledicated. There are many different classes that are open to students and the results are fantastic. As well as regular courses during the year, summer school classes are open to those who wish to spend their summer learningmore'about art. E .115 511 Graduates . . . Naturally

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LEFT PAGE: Top Left, Senior Mark Koury saying good-by to Senior Tina Carriker in the fall play Arsenic and Old Lace, Top Center, Seniors Jim Holod and Tammy Champion carefully watching Piet Paulo the magician. Bottom Left, Seniors Kevin Snow and Cheryl Swen performing a duet to l'Nadia's Theme at the dance concert. Bottom Center, Seniors Shawn Sweet, Pat Sperling, and Don Herth clowning around after a strenous play rehersal. RlGHT PAGE: Top Center, Seniors Pat Sperling and Cathy Wyatt showing a moment of tenderness in the play UArsenic and Old Lacef' Top Right, Seniors Cathy Wyatt and Francine Parker at the dance concert. Bottom Center, Seniors Jay Jackson, Tammy Fisher, Mr. Testa, and Hal Jordan showing their patriotism by saluting the flag at an assembly. Bottom Right, Seniors Pat Sperling and Tina Carriker surprised at what is outside Graduates. . , Naturally 53

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-. Y LEFT PAGE: Bottom Lettg Eric Belmudes proudly displays two of his favorite woodworks, Bottom Rightg Working out the rough spots on a new vase is Irene Borrego. RIGHT PAGE: Top Leftg Adding the finishing touches to a beautiful painting is Grace Palomera. Top Rightg Senior Cathy Bealer, iunior Lisa Scott, and seniors Brenda Miller and Valerie Kelly relax during crafts. Bottom Leftg Bubble-blowing Doug Riddle shows off a couple of his projects. Bottom rightg Working on a winter scene is John Derr, Graduates , . . Naturally