Lemont Students Turn Poetry to Art for New Library Exhibit

In honor of National Poetry Month, which is celebrated annually in April, the has teamed with the art program to showcase student drawings throughout the month.

At the start of the second semester, students enrolled in teacher Laina Wing’s Drawing and Design II, Drawing and Design III, and Drawing and Design IV courses created artwork inspired by their favorite poems and songs.

"I wanted them to think about the imagery of the poem and turn that into art," Wing said.

Young Adult Librarian Rachel Snyder approached Lemont High School about creating the exhibit earlier this year. She said she was impressed by the quality of the drawings created by the students.

"We'll be celebrating National Poetry Month throughout April, so this was a great opportunity for us to showcase the work of local artists and celebrate their favorite poems," Snyder said.

Students from the high school have had their artwork on display in various public spaces around Lemont, including and the District 210 board room.

"The students are really talented," Wing said. "We're really lucky to have such a great art program that's supported by the teachers and the administration."

The art will be displayed at the Lemont Public Library, 50 E. Wend St., through the end of April.

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