As the culmination of their study of St. Louis-based artist Cbabi Bayoc, Lower School students had the opportunity to observe him working on a painting in the Beasley Studio and ask questions about his creative process. Throughout the day, Cbabi worked on a painting of a « be inspired » tree made out of word art.
Skyler Jackson ’25 was more than happy to assist him. « Painting with Mr. Cbabi yesterday was AMAZING. It was the best day ever, » Skyler said. « I used to think that I would be a professional athlete when I grew up and do art when I retired, but now what I really want to do every day is to be an artist. If I could spend every day doing art I would be the happiest person ever. »
While he worked, Cbabi shared his story and offered words of advice. He told students that he doesn’t make mistakes in his art. « Marks and lines just happen. Sometimes they work, sometimes they don’t. If they don’t, just cover them up and keep going. » When asked why he liked art, Cbabi replied, « Art is magical. With it, you can make a chair into a person or spaghetti into a bridge. » When it is complete, the painting Cbabi created at MICDS will be displayed in a prominent place for all to enjoy.
