HSA Visual Arts Students Exhibit Artwork at UBS’s New York City: Through Our Eyes

The Harlem School of the Arts’ (HSA) students of the Visual Arts department had the pleasure of participating in UBS’s exhibition and opening reception of New York City: Through Our Eyes. The exhibition serves as a memorial to September 11th, celebrating the impact of New York City’s hope, strength, and perseverance over the last decade. The exhibition is on display now through mid-September at the UBS Art Gallery, 1285 Avenue of the Americas.


Invited by HSA Board Treasurer and UBS Managing Director Milton Irvin, the students contributed 20 pieces including drawings, paintings and sculptures. Through Our Eyes was curated by Colin Thomson with an unveiling of an original piece by artist, Stephen Wiltshire. As UBS Chairman Richard Wolf announced Mr. Wiltshire chartered a 30-minute helicopter ride and seventy-two hours later created an impressive detailed rendering of the entire New York City skyline.



HSA President & CEO Yvette L. Campbell says “the students of HSA’s Visual Arts department are a group of creative and dynamic children and teens who’s work speaks volumes about dedication and hard work. It is a joy to have them participate in such an esteemed exhibition not only due to its sponsor UBS, but also its purpose; remembering and honoring those affected by September 11. The HSA community and I would like to thank Mr. Irvin and UBS for allowing us the opportunity to contribute to the New York City: Through Our Eyes exhibition.”


Photos provided by HSA Parent and Photographer Anthony Beale.