WORK OF BRENHAM HIGH SCHOOL ART STUDENTS ON DISPLAY AT DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE

  

Artwork created by Brenham High School students is now being showcased at the Washington County District Attorney’s Office.

Through a collaboration between Brenham High School Art Instructor Savannah Nichols and District Attorney Derek Estep, the DA’s office is now home to a rotating display of student-created pieces.  The artwork, chosen by the students and instructors, will be regularly updated to highlight a variety of styles and themes.  The partnership will bring color and creativity into a space that often serves crime victims, including children.

Nichols says the project “gives students’ art a greater purpose”, helping to inspire or bring comfort to another child.  Brenham ISD Chief Communications and Engagement Officer Brooke Trahan says, “This collaboration is a perfect example of how our local community can come together to support our students in meaningful ways.”

Currently, over a dozen pieces featuring animals, landscapes, abstracts and portraits are on display.

Estep said the motivation behind the project was to create a more welcoming environment for those who come into the DA’s office, making it a “softer and friendlier” space.  He added, “For the students, the opportunity is more than just a chance to display their work—it’s a chance to make an impact.”