Natasha Sexton, 16, Mountainside secondary
Art teachers: Sara Place and Erica Wilson
Favourite art: pen and ink, sketches, mixed media
Favourite artists: Edward Gorey and Robin James
Her teachers write: Natasha's strength comes from constant practice. She always has a sketchbook, pencil and collection of pens in her bag. She is able to transform the simplest of doodles into a masterpiece. She is currently learning new techniques and developing as an artist by participating in Artists for Kids enrichment programs.
Young Artists of the Week are selected from North Shore schools by Artists for Kids for displaying exceptional ability in their classroom artwork. For details, visit the website artists4kids.com.