Students at Charles Campagne Elementary School worked with artist-in-residence Esther J. Tollen to create a new mosaic mural that will be installed in the school’s all-purpose room.
Tollen has collaborated with the school community on several previous projects, including a mosaic outside the STEM lab, decorative hallway signs and a ceramic tile mural near the main office. Two eagle mosaics, reflecting the district’s mascot, are currently displayed on either side of the stage in the all-purpose room.
The current project incorporates a variety of materials, including porcelain tiles, ceramic pieces, glass and natural stone. Students are participating in both the design and assembly of the mural during their art classes.
As part of the project, Tollen is providing background on mosaic art, including examples from her travels in Europe and Asia. The lessons aim to provide historical and cultural context for the art form.
Every student will contribute to the final piece, which is expected to remain on display as part of the school’s permanent collection.
