The Pre-K children painted beautiful shimmery colors to create the celestial sky in which stars, flowers and shapes meld together behind the cityscape we love so much.

5 ceramic plates with iconic NYC food, as envisioned by kindergartners!

This set of 5 ceramic plates was created with love by the students in K-102. Each student drew an iconic NYC food: apple, pretzel, hotdog, bagel, and pizza. Then, these images were digitally arranged and professionally printed to create a beautiful set of ceramic dinner plates. The plates measure 10.5in diameter and are fully usable, including dishwasher, microwave, and oven safe. Use them every day or to serve treats at your next party!

Made up of 96 individual masterpieces painted by the students of K-104. We were inspired by some colorful pieces by famous artists who have also lived in NY like us - including Jackson Pollock, Mark Rothko, Keith Haring and Basquiat.

We designed our own works of art that were pieced together to form a child's hands making the shape of a heart, because we know that even though we are all different, at the end of the day, all you need is Love. This will bring a pop of joy and color to any home!

One Classroom, 23 Views

Each K-106 student used watercolors to depict the view out a window--some chose to portray what they see from their windows at home, others chose a scene from their imagination. Each window has been placed into our lovely P.S.87 building, free of its scaffolding at last!

Serving Up Sunshine

Bring a little extra warmth to your home with this one-of-a-kind sunshine-themed serving tray, lovingly created by our kindergarten class! Each child drew their own bright and cheerful sunshine, adding their name to make this piece as personal as it is heartwarming. Whether displayed as a treasured keepsake or used to brighten up your daily routine, this tray is a reminder of the joy, creativity, and limitless potential of our young artists.

One CityScape Under the Sun is a captivating, unique and fun art project undertaken by the students of K-122. More than just a beautiful piece of art, it is a heartfelt celebration of the creativity, diversity and imagination of our kindergarten class. Each student enthusiastically participated by drawing their self-portrait. To enhance the whimsy and detail of the cityscape, each student was free to draw additional design cards and they all embraced their interest and talents. These artist expressions are the building blocks of this playful and vibrant cityscape, inspired by the artist Paul Klee. This collage is a celebration of our community built through our children's self-expression and a reminder that we are stronger when we work together. A timeless reminder that beauty comes from embracing all of us, as we are one family under the sun.

K-124 students made original Screen printed stationary (30 cards with envelopes). Each student individually designed and produced a card.

A quilt designed and and stitched, with enthusiasum, by the creative first grade dual language students. Each student designed a square portraying one season - winter, spring, summer and fall - with water colors and stamps. They were full of excitement watching the quilt come to life as they each eagerly took a turn at the sewing machine.

Una colcha disenada y cosida, con entusiasmo, por los creativos estudiantes de lenguaje dual de primer grado. Cada estudiante disenó un cuadrado que representa una estación (invierno, primavera, verano y otono) con acuarelas y sellos. Estaban llenos de emoción viendo cómo la colcha cobraba vida mientras cada uno de ellos con entusiasmo tomaba su turno en la máquina de coser.

An homage to our incredible P.S.87 community, "One Family Under the Sun" was created by the children of class 1-B8! This collage masterpiece was created after children used acrylics for individual paintings. Cut outs were then glued together to create our radiant, spirited sun! Inspired by the artwork of Eric Carle and our Mascot "Sunny" who also happens to be a teacher in 1-B8!
Framed. 24"x22.5"

In celebration of all the ways music educates and unites us, the students of 1-B10 came together to create a one-of-a-kind imprint that showcases their collective brilliance and colorful imagination atop the body of a Yamaha Acoustic Guitar.

Inspired by Dale Chihuly's Persian Ceiling Installations, the children in 1-110 created their own 'glass ceiling'. The children learned how heat can transform a medium and while they didn't get to actually blow glass (much to their disappointment); they did get to create with a medium that is transformed through heat. Each child of 1-110 designed their own beautiful Shrinky Dink pieces. These individual works were then used to collaboratively create a celestial glass garden of organic shapes and forms found in nature, indicative of Chihuly's glass ceiling.

This display case is filled with fun lego representations of our 1-112 class. It comes with a mounting kit so that it can be mounted to the wall. There is also a special note on the back from Class 1-112.

The artists of 1-114 collaborated to make a beautiful garden themed serving tray. Each student drew and then painted a flower of their own creation with water colors. Some flowers were based on ones they'd seen in nature while others grew from their colorful imaginations. The flowers now grow together on this beautiful white tray perfect for serving up special foods or enjoying breakfast in bed. As a bonus, all of the artists' signatures adorn the bottom/back of the tray.

This radical class of second graders filled the dark night with colors, ambitions and dreams. Each student contributed by tracing both their hands and then decorating them with their favorite colors. They were then given free reign to be as creative as they want by filling in their hands with any designs that came to them. Naturally, the assignment came easy to this stellar assembly of kids. Upon close inspection, viewers will see influences of the great artists of antiquity; the likes of Dog Man, Mine Craft and Taylor Swift.

Measures: 22" W x 40" H

Brilliant Birds, 2025
Ms. Bassett's Class (P.S. 87, Class 2-202)
Alcohol marker, acrylic paint, and mixed media on canvas with nylon twine

In Brilliant Birds, the young artists of Class 2-202 collectively evoke a sense of flight, wonder, and place. Each hand-drawn bird - rendered in saturated hues inspired by the avian life of New York City - finds itself suspended along a taut line of black nylon twine, a metaphorical horizon where nature and imagination meet.

The luminous backdrop, painted collaboratively by the children, transforms the canvas into a shifting skyscape, a ground for both individual expression and shared vision. Scattered golden dots punctuate the surface, inviting the viewer to consider the relationship between earth and sky, form and formlessness, play and precision. Together, these elements capture the joyful tension between spontaneity and intention, hallmarks of both childhood creativity and contemporary art-making practices.

Birds in order (left to right):
Kabir, Willa, Arden, Saanavi, Daniela, Hazel, Lucy O., Aiden, Emma, Kyree, Charlotte, Jacky, Lev, Hana, Lucy M., Alia, Noah, Gil, Ester, Anthéo, Holden, Charlie, JP, Lily, Yuval, Allegra, Lex, and Hugo.

Frame donated by Amsterdam Art Gallery, Inc.

Florecitas

Some people think you can only make art with pencils, crayons and markers. But to create our masterpiece, we used our fingers to paint. Inspired by the art of Damian Hirst, we finger painted dots and leaves to make a cherry blossom tree. This painting shows the beauty of nature and the spring season. When you look at our work, you will see a blend of many different colors, including red, white, pink, blue and green. The paint stands up and looks wet and alive. This is like nothing we have seen before. Making this painting made us feel calm. When you look at it, you will experience everything better.

The Big Apple Brigade, came together to create this vibrant New York-themed collage, celebrating teamwork, creativity, and our shared purpose. Just like a brigade unites for a mission, we combined our ideas and talents to showcase the energy, landmarks, and spirit of the city we love!

Sunset Silhouettes

The artists of 2-210 each painted their own watercolor creation in hues of a celestial sunset. From the paintings we tiled together a mosaic to mimic the sky as the sun goes down, and imposed each child's silhouette on top of their watercolor, showing that we truly are one family under the sun(set).

One Forest Under the Sun

Mixed media collage (acrylic paint, watercolor paper, card stock, colored pencils, flair pens).

Out of one, many...Our collage shows 28 different pine trees inhabiting a mountainous landscape. Each tree was drawn and designed by a student (and one by our teacher, Jenny), and each tree also has the artist's initials "carved" into its trunk. While all these trees are similar, since they are all pine, they are also each unique, just as each child contributes to the classroom and the community in their own way, with their own individual gifts, talents and perspectives. Our mixed media collage itself also speaks to this theme in both form and function, since by using acrylic paints, pen, pencil, card stock and watercolor paper we again show how similarities and differences can work seamlessly together to create a cohesive world, which is also quite varied and beautiful.

Springbound, handmade artist accordion book, mixed-media, 26 pages, 8.5x11 inches

Based on the concept of the accordion books in many Asian cultures, the students of 3-205 each contributed art and poems inspired by celestial gardens. This format has enabled the words and images of each student to be included so that the future owner will have access to the unfiltered imagination and expression of these children's minds at their fingertips. The illustrations and poems flow from one to another in one undivided stretch reflecting the eternity of the stars. This is a truly unique collection, sure to inspire with the originality of childhood imaginations and perceptions.

Celestial Garden Wreath

Hand beaded wire branches were woven together to create this elevated wreath. Each student crafted wire branches with "crystal" beads. Experimenting with novel materials was fun for the class. They created organic shapes that blend together beautifully in this wreath framed in a deep-set gold shadow box. Approximately 20" square.

Manhattan Mosaic: Our Colorful Community.

Framed map of Manhattan seen through different colors

Together We Rise: A Collaborative Art Project

In this project, the artists of 3-212 explored the themes of kindness and connection. Using balloons as a symbol, they expressed what lifts them up in their family, school, and community. Each child designed a unique balloon, incorporating a variety of materials and techniques to showcase their creativity. Together, the balloons rise, symbolizing unity and the power of lifting one another up.

Heart of Oz is a celebration of friendship, courage, and embracing what makes us unique-just like the story of Wicked, which inspired this piece. The vibrant blend of green and pink symbolizes how differences can come together in harmony, creating something truly magical at the heart of it all.

"Shake Your Tail Feather" is a vibrant collaboration by the 4-304 class, where each student created a unique patterned feather using shrinky dinks paper. These colorful, quirky feathers come together to form the fabulous tail of a peacock-proving that when you shake things up with creativity, the results are truly show-stopping!

"Angel Wings" is a vibrant and inspiring collage created by the children of class 4-306! Children used acrylics for their individual paintings. Next, they cut out feather shapes and finally glued them all together to create a collage masterpiece!
Framed. 24" x 22.5"

A Mosaic Collage Made with Love

Each child in 4-308 created their own mosaic tile, which was combined to create this masterpiece of colorful beauty. Some children were inspired by nature, others by symbols of love and peace, and many made colorful abstract images. The piece celebrates the unique creativity of each child. This work of art can be hung on your wall, where guests will be mesmerized by the colors and patterns, and your family can gaze in amazement!

Inspired by their study of ecosystems, Lauri's class were shown artwork with nature imagery from photography to abstract paintings. Each student selected a close up nature pattern and painted a detail using watercolor. A petal/leaf shape was cut out from every painting seen in the radiating floral form. The remaining painted pieces were shared and traded amongst each other to create abstract collages. We talked about the class being its own ecosystem and how they shared beautifully and showed appreciation for each other's artwork.

Unsolved Puzzle

This one-of-a-kind artwork is a joyful celebration of creativity and collaboration. Each student began with a unique doodle, layered it with watercolor, and carefully folded it into an origami pyramid. When assembled, these individual pieces come together to create a striking, dimensional composition full of color and energy. Beautifully framed courtesy of Framebridge in a natural oak shadow box, this piece is a testament to imagination, teamwork, and the beauty of young artistic expression. A truly special addition to any space! Framed size approximately 17x25.

This project highlights the vital role of water as a life-sustaining resource for all living beings-not just humans, but also wildlife, trees, and plants. As part of their studies on New York City's water resources with their teacher, Ms. Escalante, students embarked on multiple school trips throughout the year to deepen their understanding of the city's waterways. One of these trips took them to Central Park, where they photographed the park's lakes and surrounding habitats, capturing the intricate connections between water, wildlife, and plant life.

Beyond photography, students conducted in-depth research on aquatic life in New York State and New York City. Each student selected one or more species that resonated with them and created hand-drawn illustrations to honor these creatures. Their photographs and artwork were then combined on a canvas to symbolize the diverse lifeforms that depend on New York City's water sources.

The frame of the artwork is intentionally designed to mimic water, visually submerging the depicted life beneath its surface. This design choice reinforces the profound significance of water, emphasizing its essential role in sustaining all forms of life.

This project was also submitted for a class grant, making it even more meaningful for both the students and their teacher. It represents not only their creativity and research but also their dedication to understanding and protecting the water that sustains their city.

3D Paper Cone Drawings

In this exciting art project, our class came together to explore the magic of 3D paper cone drawings! Using just black sharpies, black colored pencils, and white colored pencils, the students started by sketching bold outlines and then learned the art of shading to bring their cones to life. The end result? Stunning pieces that pop off the page with cool 3D effects! Each creation is a perfect blend of creativity, technique, and imagination.