Opus Student
Art Exhibition
At Opus, art is more than décor. It’s part of the experience. Throughout the restaurant, guests are surrounded by a curated collection of original works that spark conversation, inspire curiosity, and celebrate creativity.
Through our Student Art Exhibition, we’re proud to extend that experience beyond established artists and into the next generation of talent. In partnership with the art departments of Kennett, Oxford, Avon Grove, and Unionville High Schools, we invite student artists to exhibit their work alongside our permanent collection, giving young creatives the opportunity to share their vision with the community while supporting arts education throughout Southern Chester County.
Every six months, student finalists are selected for exhibition, earn monetary awards, and compete for a People’s Choice honor voted by Opus guests. It’s one small way we can celebrate local talent, invest in arts education, and ensure Opus feels connected to the community that inspires it.
Current Finalists
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Visit Opus to cast your vote!
1. Submission
Each exhibition cycle, the art departments of four local high schools curate and submit exceptional student work for consideration.
How It Works
2. Selection
A panel reviews submissions and selects one finalist from each school to be exhibited at Opus. Each finalist receives a monetary award in recognition of their achievement!
3. Voting
Opus guests vote for their favorite piece while dining. The People's Choice winner earns an additional donation to their school's art department to support future student artists!
Meet Our Advisory Panel
Phillip Adams
Phillip is a Philadelphia-based visual artist and muralist whose public art practice spans more than two decades. His work has been exhibited nationally and internationally, and he is known for creating meaningful, community-centered artwork that fosters connection through creativity and collaboration.
Robert C. Jackson
Bob is a Kennett Square-based realist painter known for his vibrant still lifes and contributions to contemporary representational art. A respected artist, author, and educator, his work can be found throughout the region, including Personalized Museum, the mural featured in Room 5 at Artelo Hotel right next door!
Molly Giordano
Molly serves as Executive Director of the Delaware Art Museum and has spent more than 10 years helping connect communities with art and culture. She is a passionate advocate for arts accessibility, education, and the role of creativity in enriching public life.