Academy of Art University Students Honor a Cherished Teacher and Inspire Future Generations

Academy of Art University Sculpture students honored the spirit and dedication of San Jose teacher Doris Dillon through their sculptural landscape tribute, Teaching Stories: A Tribute to Doris Dillon. Commissioned by the City of San Jose's Public Art Program for the Almaden Community Center and Library, this tribute is work of art that will be enjoyed and cherished by generations to come.

Representatives from San Jose's nationally recognized Public Art Program asked Academy of Art University instructor Donna Schumacher to create a tribute for Doris Dillon, a beloved teacher in the community. She incorporated the project into one of her graduate courses and with Charlene Modena, Graduate Director, School of Fine Art Sculpture, secured a commissioner-artist relationship between the City of San Jose and Academy of Art University. Seven Fine Art Sculpture students worked extensively with the community to come up with the perfect tribute to a lifetime of inspiration and achievement.