Alexandra Lee, a junior, has been selected as artist of the month at Bronx River High School. 

Q: How long have you been creating art?

A: Ever since I was a kid, like elementary

Q: What inspires you to create art?

A: The emotion and feelings derived in art.

Q: How does creating art make you feel?

A: It makes me feel good because it is like therapy for me.

Q: When it comes to art, what is your preferred tool?

A: The paint brushes and also the colors because it’s been my favorite ever since I was a kid and was doing art.

Q: Did you learn how to draw? Or did you always know how to draw?

A: I will say I was self-taught because I knew how to draw as a kid.

Q: Is there anything you have trouble with when it comes to the world of art?

A: I will say I have troubles with being precise or accurate and also being neat. This is because art needs more patience to look perfect.

Q: Are you considering pursuing art as a  career  or would you prefer doing it as a hobby?

A: I have never thought about that but it is something to keep in mind.

Q: What piece of art that you have done do you like the most? Why do you like it? What is the message?

A: I think the mandala because it is one of my artworks that leads into expressing emotions. It got me to leave my comfort zone and explore more.