Darcie Morgan: painting

April 18, 2023

Filled with vibrant colors, senior Darcie Morgan’s painting of friends holding ice cream hangs at her house. Morgan enjoys both physical and graphic art. “I can be the worst judge of my work, so it takes a lot of time and effort to make something that I’m proud of,” Morgan said (Darcie Morgan)

The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree for senior Darcie Morgan. Receiving art lessons with her grandma and having an artist for an uncle has instilled the importance of art in Morgan from a young age.

Though watercolor was her favorite medium when she was young, Morgan has now experimented with acrylics and oil painting. Whether talking it through with a friend, scrolling through her camera roll, or already having an idea, Morgan’s creativity comes from all over.

“Nature and bright colors have always been an inspiration to me. I love how simple things can bring so much joy, especially when done with the right colors,” Morgan said. “I enjoy making pieces that make me happy. I love making others happy, too, and art is a great way to do that. That’s why my subject matter is always bright and playful.

An idea comes to life thanks to senior Darcie Morgan’s painting skills and imagination. Her hard work in her previous art classes culminated in Morgan’s painting of a “West-o-poly” themed senior wall for the class of 2023. Morgan plans to study art in college. “My art teachers have had a big influence on me. When they see potential in my work, I get excited for my future and always want to improve my technique,” Morgan said. (Lia Emry)

I want to encourage people to have hope in the world and see something beautiful.”

Currently, Morgan is painting the “West-o-poly” themed mural for the class of 2023, which has been her long-time goal. Next year she plans on studying art at Brigham Young University.

“I’m proud of how far I’ve come. I never gave up and continued to improve my skills further and further. Now, I’m in a place where I can do all sorts of different mediums and enjoy the creative process,” Morgan said.