By Kelly Weller
Photos by Kate Reali
What is your favorite thing to paint?
“Sunsets”
– Addison, 7
A Simpler Life is a recurring piece included in every Portico Eastern Shore issue. Each quarter, we interview a group of children who are enjoying their lives on the Eastern Shore. Their unique insights inspire us all to remain curious, honest, and kind.
Art Wide Open Studio is a creative place for creative spirits, and we’re thrilled to see that so many young artists are creating their own masterpieces there. Among admiring their paintings, we got to ask some of the children questions about art, school, and family, and their responses reminded us of a simpler life. Tap into your childlike sense of wonder by reading our mini-interviews with the young artists below.
If you could be anything, what would you be?
“An artist”
– Caroline, 7
What book are you reading right now?
“Guts by Raina Telgemeier“
-Francis, 10
What is your favorite thing to paint?
“Sunsets“
– Addison, 7
What is your favorite thing to play together?
“Playing school and family”
– Elizabeth, 5 and Mary Virginia, 3
What do you like most about school?
“Art & Music”
– Natalia, 9
What’s your favorite hobby?
“Baseball “
– William, 9
What is special about being a twin?
“We always have someone to play with”
– Aengus & Evangeline, 9
What’s your favorite thing to play?
“Gaga Ball”
– Ansley, 9
What’s your favorite song?
“Land of the Silver Birch”
– Isabelle, 6
Who is your favorite artist?
“Mr. Ricky Trione “
-Mac, 8
Art Wide Open Studio is an art space for artists of all ages and every level – from beginner to experienced! Visit their website here for more information, or call (251) 233-0203 .
If you want to read more Simpler Life quotes, click here for last season’s article about the children at We Rock The Spectrum Gym.