The STATUE OF LIBERTY stands on Liberty Island in New York City harbour. She has stood as a symbol of the UNITED STATES since it the statue’s dedication in 1886. Sculpted by Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi, the statue was a friendship gift to the United States from the French. In her right hand she raises a torch which is a symbol of Liberty’s focus on enlightenment and progress, and in her left hand she carries a tablet inscribed with July 4, 1776 which is the day the United States declared independence.

The children drew their pictures, using Sharpies and then used a variety of media, including watercolours, felt-tips and coloured pencils to colour them. They really took their time and focused to get the *patina colour of the statue just right!  As you can see, the children did a fantastic job and I couldn’t be prouder of them!

*PATINA: a green or brown film on the surface of bronze or similar metals, produced by oxidation over a long period.