As the 2013-2014 school year comes to a close, many seniors are doing their part to leave a legacy at LHS. Whether it be establishing unforgettable memories with fellow classmates or creating meaningful pieces of art for people to enjoy in years to come, there are always footprints left behind from the graduating class. Emily Winterburg, senior, is someone who is determined to leave a big legacy, particularly in the arts, upon graduation.
“I didn’t start getting into art until I moved here in seventh grade,” Winterburg said. “Ever since then, art has just been a way for me to let everything out and express myself.”
After having taken several art classes over the course of her high school career, Winterburg has experimented in many different mediums and has chosen to challenge herself with many different pieces over the years, some of which she has successfully taken to the Frontier League Art Festival.
“This past year, I have been doing a lot more sculpting and I sculpted a spine and skull which I plan on taking to League. My sister is in nursing school which is one reason I chose to sculpt the skull and spinal cord. I have always been interested in human anatomy and learning how the body works,” Winterburg said. “I’m inspired by artists like Tim Burton because they distort real human anatomy and everything they do is disproportional. His art style is phenomenal.”
Winterburg is also very interested in musical and performing arts and plays the viola, cello, mallet percussion and piano. As a returning member of the Jazzy Cat dance team, contributing choreographer and dancer in past school musicals and an inspiring member of the Louisburg Wildcat band, she is very influential inside of school. Outside of school, Winterburg has performed in several different symphonies and productions, and most recently she performed in the pit percussion on MTYP’s production of Jesus Christ Superstar. Winterburg’s outstanding hard work and dedication in the music and art fields is not just a hobby, however.
“I consider music an art form, so I’m actually going to go into music education at Washburn University next year and I’m looking forward to continuing taking art classes as well,” Winterburg said. “I can’t wait to expand my horizons and spread my passion to others.”
