What I love about Hermosa

A solid bench for your home or garden with Miss. Bradley's TK class art. The children were tasked with painting an image of something they love about living in Hermosa or their school.

Acrylic on wood

15.5" Tall X 10" Wide X 13.5" (seat width)

Cup of Joe!

The adorable TK artists of Crenshaw's class turned plain coffee filters into flowering works of art. These beautiful paper flowers displayed in an acrylic shadow box will brighten your days.

Coffee filters and paint

16.5" x 13.5" x 3.5"

Mighty Ocean Dreams

Pollock inspired paint on canvas

Acrylic on canvas

36" x 24"

Hermosa Beach

In a vibrant display of creativity, children from Mrs. Peng's Transitional Kindergarten class come together on the sandy shores of Hermosa Beach, forming letters with their bodies to spell out the beloved coastal town's name. Against the backdrop of the sand, their joyful collaboration captures the essence of community and seaside spirit. This heartwarming scene, captured in multiple snapshots, is ready to be the centerpiece of your Hermosa home, celebrating the boundless imagination and unity found in childhood.

Photo printed on canvas

36" x 24"

Happy Dolphins

Acrylic on canvas

16"x 20"

Happy Dolphins Jumping to the Rainbow paint by number Ms Ahrens' class.

Poppies in the Meadow

Each child contributed to creating this beautiful art piece. Poppies were created using balloons that had marbles twisted into them to bring about the radial lines in the flower petals. Students dipped the twisted ends in their chosen colors. The young artists applied vertical strokes with differently sized paintbrushes and foam brushes to create the sky and the meadow.

Acrylic on canvas

30.5" x 15"

Day Dreams and Night Wishes

Each child envisioned a list of five personal dreams and wishes, accompanied by selecting a glow-in-the-dark paint color they felt resonated with each aspiration. Vocalizing their dreams aloud, the children took turns splattering paint across the canvas using broad brushes, culminating in a captivating and collaborative Abstract Expressionist creation. Illuminated by its glow-in-the-dark feature, the artwork symbolizes the manifestation of dreams during the night, while the changing colors mirror the nature of each child's wishes.

Glow-in-the-Dark Acrylic Paint on Canvas

30" x 40"

Infinity Nets K24

Inspired by Yayoi Kusama's Infinity nets paintings. We divided the canvas in 24 squares and each artist worked in their personal one (signed at the back). The kids painted with brush and their choice of colors for the background. After that they stamped with the bottom of a nerf gun's bullet the circles, using just one color to unify the whole canvas, as a whole class working together with different personalities. They created a colorful version and have lots of fun during the process.

Framed acrylic on canvas

37" x 25"

Crescent Dreams

The 24 young artists in Mrs. Lange's Kindergarten class have come together to create a work of art representing the phases of the moon. Each child has crafted their own moon using droppers of India ink and silver paint on watercolor paper. Just as the moon transitions through its phases, the children are constantly changing and growing, much like the waxing and waning of the lunar cycle. Each drop of ink and shimmering detail symbolizes a moment in time, a snapshot of their journey through childhood. The moons glow with an ethereal beauty, symbolizing the illumination and wonder these children bring to our world.

India Inks on Arches Watercolor Paper

20" x 26"

Golden Poppies

It was a collaborative project. The kids used a layer technique of acrylic paints for the background and created the California poppies by pressing balloons into yellow and orange paint and then added the bright green stems.

Framed acrylic and canvas

20.25" x 20.25"

Horizon

Collaborative collage using colors from Peter Max.

Framed acrylic and canvas

20.25" x 20.25"

90254

Mrs. King's first-grade class at Hermosa View embarks on an enchanting art project where each child contributes to forming the zip code of their beloved Hermosa Beach, 90254. Using vibrant colors and creative techniques, the young artists align themselves to spell out the numbers against the backdrop of the mesmerizing ocean and sky, capturing the essence of their coastal community's beauty in a collaborative masterpiece that celebrates both their creativity and hometown pride.

Photo printed on canvas

36" x 24"

Jenga

Collaborative paintings on large Jenga game set.

Marker on wood

7.5" x 7.5" x 27" stacked

Life & Style

Mrs Murtha's 1st grade Hearts, a modern day collage.

Mixed media on canvas

32.5" x 25.75"

Color Harmony

The students of Mrs. Reynolds' class took the simple idea of a Venn diagram which highlights similarities and differences and applied it to color theory. Each student chose up to 5 colors out of a color palette of ten colors to create unique circles with color blending and texture using a brayer to roll out and mix paint. They rolled out acrylic onto mixed media paper and then selected which parts of the canvas they wanted for circular cut outs which were mounted on canvas with a color pallete striped in the background. To show even more texture, the piece was finished with mod podge to give it a matte look and an organic, textured feel.

Mixed media on canvas

21" x 26"

Ms. Traudt Art Collective - 2024

A wooden framed, custom-painted stool. Fueled by action and emotion, this multi-functional piece is inspired by Jackson Pollock's gestural paintings. The chair is durable and lightweight and an ideal way to add a splash of color to any room. The piece has been sealed and is appropriate for both indoor and outdoor use. Discrete artists' signatures beneath the seat add a touch of authenticity.

Paint on wood

12.75" x 12.75" x 24"

HEARTmosa Republic

This endearing, stylized art piece is inspired by the California Republic state flag with a whimsical twist. The top and middle area is white with a wide red strip along the bottom. In place of the iconic star and grizzly bear, is a red heart in the upper left corner and a dolphin in the center holding a yellow surfboard above ripples of water. The dolphin represents the HVS mascot and the yellow surfboard celebrates the beach community.

Using the"Tache technique" which means to leave a mark in French, the teacher and students embellished the art piece with one white and one red fingerprint each. The white paint symbolizes innocence, and the red paint symbolizes love. The art is complete with all the individual signatures along the perimeter.

Giclee and acrylic on canvas

36" x 24"

When Art Meets Fruit

Painted with love by Ms. Jones' 2nd grade class, this acacia wood planter box houses a delicious Chilean guava evergreen shrub and is perfect for any outdoor plant collection. The Chilean Guava is an absolutely delicious fruit that smells and tastes like cotton candy. It has a creamy, pear-like texture with a flavor that's easy to love. Some think it tastes like strawberries or vanilla cream, while others describe it as passion fruit or guava. Planter box has drainage hole at the bottom to allow excess water to easily escape.

Expected height: 4-8'
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Time: Spring to Summer
Exposure: Full Sun
Water Required: Moderate
Soil Requires: Well Drained

15 3/4" x 15 3/4" x 17 11/16"

Tie Dye Butterfly

Collaborative Origami art with individual tie dyed paper.

Origami on canvas

36" x 12"

Chromatic Symphony

Inspired by the works of Bumin Kim, the completed piece represents the harmony and vibrancy between the various strings. Each string was hand brushed with dye by the 26 incredible artists in Mrs. Robinson's 2nd grade class and final piece is signed on the back.Collaborative Origami art with individual tie dyed paper.

Hand dyed thread arranged and woven on wood panel & frame

36" x 36"

Hermosa Surf Shack Library

This library box created by Mrs. Trevino's second-grade class for the Hearts of Hermosa auction is a charming and inviting structure designed to foster a love of reading in their community. Crafted with care and creativity, the box features colorful surfboards decorated by the students themselves, inspired by artists such as Vexx and Gawx from the students Doodle Magic Young At Art lesson showcasing their artistic talents. Its sturdy construction ensures durability, able to withstand the elements while serving its purpose year-round. Inside, the iconic Hermosa Beach emblem shines bright with the help of solar lights strung inside to give passerby's the opportunity to select their book of choice day or night. The "Hermosa Surf Shack Library" plaque is proudly on display inviting passersby to take a book or contribute to the collection, fostering a sense of community and the joy of sharing stories.

Paint on wood

25" x 17" x 15.5"

Mandala

Kid size guitar painted mandala and signed by each kid..

Paint on wood

14" x 38" x 3.5"

Doghouse

Colorful and collaborative splatter paint Doghouse.

Paint on wood

20.5" x 31" x 44"

iSpy

An iSpy-inspired photograph of the student's special objects

Photo mounted on foamcore

24" x 20"

Ms Patel's Paintbrush

Each student in Ms. Patel's class is unique and she finds ways of teaching to each student in their own language so they understand. The students used paintbrushes and metallic paint to blend various colors onto watercolor paper creating flowers and bubbles in their own special blend of colors. This became the hill the bird stands on and other background on the canvas. Painted in metallic acrylic paints, the bird represents each student while each different color, flower, bubble and dot on the canvas represents all the subjects, learning and experiences that wash over them each day at school. Ms. Patel mixes different "paints" and "shapes" together to find the right combination of colorful ways to reach and educate each student. And for that…we are grateful for Ms. Patel and her paintbrush.

Mixed media painting on canvas

12" x 24"

Pratt Pack Abstract

The class created abstract watercolor paintings with mixed media treatments (salt, isopropyl alcohol, crystal colors, string, tape and ink droppers). These paintings are mounted on black wood blocks of varying heights.

Watercolor, mixed media and wood blocks of varying heights

24.5" x 24.5"

Twenty-Four Into One

Mr Sanchez's third grade class demonstrated that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts when they created a seascape from 24 lines of blue. In creating their collaborative painting, each student learned how to mix oil paints to achieve a specific color which they then painted onto an equal-sized area of the canvas.

Oil on canvas

19.6" x 25.6"

Origam-HB

Origam-HB is a nod to Hermosa Beach's beloved history, love of the sea, and outdoors. Students painted using acrylic paint to capture the natural golden and aqua colors of the sand and sea, then they folded and twisted origami paper to capture this final abstract image. Beginning with a traditional origami boat, then transforming it into a windmill that's reminiscent of Hermosa Beach's historical landmark, Vetter Windmill, Ms. Aranda's 4th grade class created an abstract landscape perfect for hanging on any wall.

Framed acrylic and paper

16" x 20"

Golden State

The children in Ms. Cederquist's poured their hearts in to this massive banner of our beautiful Golden State. As they have been learning about California all year, the class was well prepared to know what important landmarks, cities, and state symbols we should include on the banner. The children showed incredible artistic prowess, painting the symbols and typography, making decisions about colors and design along the way. To complete the painting and add extra interest to their massive work of art, each child was able to practice their sewing techniques as they outlined the state and various symbols with delicate stitches of embroidery thread.

The children's initials are all embroidered on the side... with Ms. C to always remember the special year they shared.

Acrylic paint and embroidery thread on canvas material

49" x 56"

Pier Surfer

Acrylic on canvas tiles

36" x 30"

Chuck Close inspired Surfer on Pier.

Doodles On Deck

The students of Ms. Sugden's 4th grade class draw inspiration from the art of Anthony Padnos, a junior at Mira Costa High School. Anthony was the mastermind behind an earlier Young at Art lesson, and the youngest to ever present a project to YAA. His 'Doodle Magic' was a project that our 4th grade class immediately connected with and not long after, Ms. Sugden made the connection that Anthony, was a 4th grade student of hers!

This class really thrives creatively when given the freedom to imagine. And this style of art, doodle magic, welcomes that.

Created by 29 of Ms. Sugdens 2024 class while inspired by 1 of her 2016 students, this considerable piece is sure to bring conversation and curiosity to any playroom or re-purposed space.

Wood skateboard decks, acrylic paint pens, spray sealant and endless freedom to express

41.5" x 32"

Doodle

The kids of Mrs Smith's class were given the task of a making a clear, lucite longboard skateboard come to life! With acrylic pens they doodled their ideas all over to make this a super cool, colorful new ride for the wall! (2) acrylic hooks are included to hang this awesome piece of art in your home!

Acrylic pens on lucite

9.5" x 42" x 4.5"

Dreamweavers

The students of Mrs. Hoagland's 5th grade class created abstract color and texture on canvas strips. Each student created both a warm color strip and a cool color strip to symbolize contrast. Each unique strip illustrates the beautiful diversity within the class, but woven together in harmony to highlight the collective strength that students harness by building a community in the classroom. Just like anything woven which gains strength through the weaving process, this piece is symbolic of the strength of these 5th graders who work together to be better and stronger in school and in the community. The unwoven ends demonstrate their future as unwritten, full of possibilities and dreams.

Acrylic and canvas

20" x 21"

Sea Garden

Mrs. Hruskas class created this 3D abstract piece on canvas with acrylic paint, recycled egg cartons, and gold leaf. Each student cut and designed their own flowers to add to their sea garden representing Spring at the beach.

Mixed media on canvas

36" x 24"

Hermosa Breeze

This gorgeous, versatile table was inspired by a Japanese jewelry company called The Nozomi Project where women took dishes and other objects broken in earthquakes and created pieces of jewelry. Taking tiles donated from Hermosa Beach residents, the students created an abstract wave, sun, purple sunset sky and the HB to show their love for all things Hermosa to create a one-of-a-kind indoor/outdoor end table. If, like the students of Mrs. Spann's class, you want to REALLY live the Hermosa beach life, you need only to place this table near an open window or on a patio, rest your glass of rose, and let that beautiful beach breeze remind you what the HB life is all about!

Tile on metal

15" x 15" x 21"

3D Art in Paper

Students from Mrs. Vizzi's 5th grade class created a 3D mask with strips of coiled paper. Each quilled coiled piece uses anywhere from one to 16 strips of paper to create the differences in size.

Mixed media

22" x 18.5"

HbLOVE : Adirondack

HbLOVE: using the "Doodle Magic" style taught in one of the YAA workshops, sixth graders responded visually to the question, "What do you LOVE about Hermosa Beach, your school, or just love in general?" Each student drew on a 3" x 3" square. Those pieces were then arranged onto one of four themed mosaics. From the students' own doodles, two main themes arose: 1) Hermosa Beach itself, the HB logo in many iterations, sports, and the community and 2) the beach in the form of sunsets, lifeguard towers, and waves. Repeated graphics across the entire class are hearts, palm trees, the ocean, surfboards, and the the sun. The individual doodles are happy, sunny, and bright on their own, but when combined, they become radiant, compelling, and tell an entire story of a vibrant community that loves its kids. Taking inspiration from the kids' doodles, they have been arranged into four pieces with laser-cut graphics on top to represent the "Hb" and beach iconography.

Framed pen & paper

18" x 18"

HbLOVE : Hb

HbLOVE: using the "Doodle Magic" style taught in one of the YAA workshops, sixth graders responded visually to the question, "What do you LOVE about Hermosa Beach, your school, or just love in general?" Each student drew on a 3" x 3" square. Those pieces were then arranged onto one of four themed mosaics. From the students' own doodles, two main themes arose: 1) Hermosa Beach itself, the HB logo in many iterations, sports, and the community and 2) the beach in the form of sunsets, lifeguard towers, and waves. Repeated graphics across the entire class are hearts, palm trees, the ocean, surfboards, and the the sun. The individual doodles are happy, sunny, and bright on their own, but when combined, they become radiant, compelling, and tell an entire story of a vibrant community that loves its kids. Taking inspiration from the kids' doodles, they have been arranged into four pieces with laser-cut graphics on top to represent the "Hb" and beach iconography.

Framed pen & paper

18" x 18"

HbLOVE : Sunset

HbLOVE: using the "Doodle Magic" style taught in one of the YAA workshops, sixth graders responded visually to the question, "What do you LOVE about Hermosa Beach, your school, or just love in general?" Each student drew on a 3" x 3" square. Those pieces were then arranged onto one of four themed mosaics. From the students' own doodles, two main themes arose: 1) Hermosa Beach itself, the HB logo in many iterations, sports, and the community and 2) the beach in the form of sunsets, lifeguard towers, and waves. Repeated graphics across the entire class are hearts, palm trees, the ocean, surfboards, and the the sun. The individual doodles are happy, sunny, and bright on their own, but when combined, they become radiant, compelling, and tell an entire story of a vibrant community that loves its kids. Taking inspiration from the kids' doodles, they have been arranged into four pieces with laser-cut graphics on top to represent the "Hb" and beach iconography.

Framed pen & paper

30" x 30"

HbLOVE : Sunrise

HbLOVE: using the "Doodle Magic" style taught in one of the YAA workshops, sixth graders responded visually to the question, "What do you LOVE about Hermosa Beach, your school, or just love in general?" Each student drew on a 3" x 3" square. Those pieces were then arranged onto one of four themed mosaics. From the students' own doodles, two main themes arose: 1) Hermosa Beach itself, the HB logo in many iterations, sports, and the community and 2) the beach in the form of sunsets, lifeguard towers, and waves. Repeated graphics across the entire class are hearts, palm trees, the ocean, surfboards, and the the sun. The individual doodles are happy, sunny, and bright on their own, but when combined, they become radiant, compelling, and tell an entire story of a vibrant community that loves its kids. Taking inspiration from the kids' doodles, they have been arranged into four pieces with laser-cut graphics on top to represent the "Hb" and beach iconography.

Framed pen & paper

30" x 30"

Much Love

Framed photograph

56" x 36"

Photographer Bo Bridges' "Hearts of Hermosa" isn't just a photo; it's a celebration of connection, an homage to Hermosa, and showcases the unity and youthfulness of the local 7th grade class. This image captivates viewers, inviting them to be a part of something much larger than themselves-a community that beats as one. Set against the local backdrop of Hermosa Beach Pier, these students joined together to create an inspiring formation-a heart symbolizing love, togetherness, and shared memories.

Hermosa Doodles #1

Inspired by the "Doodle Magic" lesson, 8th grade students were given a square to create their own doodle inspired by what they love about Hermosa. The doodles were brought together in a 16 x 20 frame to create a mosaic showing their Hermosa love!

Framed pen and paper

16" x 20"

Hermosa Doodles #2

Inspired by the "Doodle Magic" lesson, 8th grade students were given a square to create their own doodle inspired by what they love about Hermosa. The doodles were brought together into a set of three 11 x 14 frames to create three mosaics showing their Hermosa love!

Framed pen and paper Framed pen and paper

(3) at 11" x 14"

Golden Sails

Acrylic on canvas

36" x 36"

This 36 x 36 acrylic painted canvas was inspired by the art of docent Armelle Ngo and she guided students through the use of using tape to make art inspired by the South Bay. Students mixed custom colors to reflect the colors they see down at Hermosa Beach every day. The gold finish is to highlight the golden hour, which is the memorable time as the sun is setting for families to be down at the beach, watching the sailboats.