We are so thrilled to introduce you to a budding young artist, Maggie Wise. Maggie is a 13-year-old, 7th grade student who is extremely talented and creative. We’re happy that we were able to talk with her about what inspires her art and the ways she has been impacted by arts education. Keep reading to find out more about this young lady whose future is so bright that we need shades!
What is your art medium?
Acrylic Paint and Graphite
Why is your art important to you?
It is a way to be creative and it’s fun to show to people. I also love the way it feels when a painting comes out perfectly.
What do you want your art to say?
That you can do art no matter what age.
What project are you working on now?
It might sound funny, but I'm painting Gucci Peppa Pig, normal Peppa Pig, and Captain Underpants, all to be sold. For myself, I'm making a flower painting in pink and I'm sculpting the sandworm from Beetlejuice.
Who is your favorite artist?
Frida Khalo is my favorite artist because she made art to help her get through dark times and her sickness. I also respect her personal style.
How has arts education impacted your life?
I have introduced myself to new styles and creative ways to take my artwork to the next level. I have an amazing art teacher named Mrs. Sitton that is a very nice person that has influenced me to work harder on my art as well as to be a nicer person.
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Biography:
Maggie Wise is a 7th grader at Caddo Middle Magnet in Shreveport, Louisiana, where she is currently enrolled in Intermediate Art. Maggie’s other favorite hobby is acting. She has performed in numerous productions with Shreveport Little Theater and was most recently in Miracle on 34th Street. She loves music and her favorite concert was Panic! at the Disco. She is pet parent to Willie, a one year old Shi Tzu and Chubbs, a 6 year-old cat.
