British School of Beijing Shunyi Students Capture the Spirit of Vacation

Alyssa W, Year 8 Age 12
The best vacation is always spent with friends. The beach, sea, and happiness together create a perfect picture.

Angeli Z, Year 9 Age 14
This piece was inspired by a recent trip to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and the magnificent sound of the city streets. I was inspired to experiment with synesthetic art, and I tried to capture the sound of the city.

Lina P, Year 10 Age 15
I usually spend my summer days going biking with my family and friends down at the river near our school. I love to sit there and draw or play cards with my friends. That’s my favorite vacation feeling!

Jenny S, Year 9 Age 14
This piece of art was inspired by a photograph I took when I was on holiday in Phuket, Thailand. I tried to recall what it felt like, to help me draw this piece of art.

Jessica L, Year 9 Age 14
This picture shows what I like to do during the vacation period, and what I would like to see. The cool, monochromatic blues symbolize a feeling of relaxation.

Leticia Cella X, Year 9 age 14
This painting was inspired by a recent trip to Bali, Indonesia, I wanted to really portray the feeling of ‘getting away’ from my busy city life. During the trip I remember vividly the unique tile design and how I couldn’t help but feel utterly relaxed.

Yifan L, Year 9 Age 14
Vacation time makes me think of time at the beach, building sandcastles, the heat of the sun, and the shade of a palm tree.

BoNing L, Year 9 Age14
This drawing was inspired by a trip I went on when I was 10 years old to Angkor Wat in Cambodia. The local culture was fascinating, and the breath-taking scenery gave me a very deep understanding of the cultural experiences involved in vacations.

Erin R, Year 9 Age 14
When most people think of a vacation, they think of a sunny beach with the tide brushing against the soft yellow sand. However, I think of a cosy warm bed ready for me to drown in and get a nice long nap!