Class of 2026 Artist Patrick Wadlington Selected for Prestigious National Juried Exhibition | News Detail
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Class of 2026 Artist Patrick Wadlington Selected for Prestigious National Juried Exhibition
Class of 2026 Artist Patrick Wadlington Selected for Prestigious National Juried Exhibition
Jennifer LaRocca
Mar
24
2026
Out of 2,007 nationwide submissions, art student
Patrick Wadlington
has been selected as one of only 87 student artists to be featured in the National Art Honor Societies (NAHS) National Juried Exhibition.
The exhibition, curated by the National Art Education Association (NAEA), represents a highly competitive selection of the most "exceptional" student work from across the country. A panel of esteemed arts educators evaluated the submissions, ultimately choosing less than 5% of the entries for inclusion in this year’s showcase.
Intersection of Math and Nature
Patrick, a 12th-grade student, earned his place in the exhibition with his sculpture titled
"The Golden Ratio."
The piece, measuring 53 x 18 x 46, is a physical exploration of mathematical harmony using natural materials.
In his artist statement, Patrick explains the conceptual depth behind the work:
"The Golden Ratio translates $\phi \approx 1.618$ into form. Each curve follows self-similar growth where the whole relates to the part as the part relates to the next. Built from branches, the spiral makes proportional logic tangible, turning recursion, limit, and harmony into structure."
About the National Art Honor Society
The National Art Honor Society (NAHS) programs support student members in their efforts to attain the highest standards in art scholarship, character, and service. This National Juried Exhibition is a testament to the students' dedication to their craft and the vital role of arts education in developing critical thinking and technical skill.
The NAEA virtual exhibition will be available for viewing starting Friday, April 10, 2026:
Online Gallery
Congratulations Patrick on this monumental achievement.
NewsHub
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Class of 2026 Artist Patrick Wadlington Selected for Prestigious National Juried Exhibition
Class of 2026 Artist Patrick Wadlington Selected for Prestigious National Juried Exhibition
Jennifer LaRocca
Mar
24
2026
Out of 2,007 nationwide submissions, art student
Patrick Wadlington
has been selected as one of only 87 student artists to be featured in the National Art Honor Societies (NAHS) National Juried Exhibition.
The exhibition, curated by the National Art Education Association (NAEA), represents a highly competitive selection of the most "exceptional" student work from across the country. A panel of esteemed arts educators evaluated the submissions, ultimately choosing less than 5% of the entries for inclusion in this year’s showcase.
Intersection of Math and Nature
Patrick, a 12th-grade student, earned his place in the exhibition with his sculpture titled
"The Golden Ratio."
The piece, measuring 53 x 18 x 46, is a physical exploration of mathematical harmony using natural materials.
In his artist statement, Patrick explains the conceptual depth behind the work:
"The Golden Ratio translates $\phi \approx 1.618$ into form. Each curve follows self-similar growth where the whole relates to the part as the part relates to the next. Built from branches, the spiral makes proportional logic tangible, turning recursion, limit, and harmony into structure."
About the National Art Honor Society
The National Art Honor Society (NAHS) programs support student members in their efforts to attain the highest standards in art scholarship, character, and service. This National Juried Exhibition is a testament to the students' dedication to their craft and the vital role of arts education in developing critical thinking and technical skill.
The NAEA virtual exhibition will be available for viewing starting Friday, April 10, 2026:
Online Gallery
Congratulations Patrick on this monumental achievement.
NewsHub