Arnie. “Painting Leonardo DiCaprio as one of my favorite characters that he played made me realize my potential as an artist. I was able to capture his true essence,” Brancaccio said.
AP artists: A league of excellence
Caitlin Geurts, Staffer
Every other Wednesday we will be showcasing a new AP artist’s work. These artists have gone through AP Studio Art and come out with many pieces of work with the power to astound viewers. Below is our first featured artist, Nat Brancaccio, a senior who’s focus is painting. She uses pastel colors, loose strokes, and brilliant detail to make her work stand out as some of the best.
The Shawshank Redemption. "I have a real personal connection with this painting and though it is open to interpretation, it represents escaping conformity and making whatever art your heart desires," Brancaccio said.