'Allison Hargreeves from The Umbrella Academy'
Highfields is thrilled to celebrate the remarkable achievement of one of our students who recently gained international recognition for their artistic talents. Salena, a Year 13 student, submitted several pieces of fan art to Netflix's annual event, Netflix Geeked Week, a live showcase announcing upcoming shows, trailers, and featuring segments like the newly introduced "Hall of Fandom." This special segment allows artists, cosplayers, and digital creators to share their work with the Netflix community.
Our talented student submitted artwork inspired by popular Netflix series such as The Umbrella Academy, Stranger Things, and Squid Game. Despite not expecting a response, Salena wanted to be involved in such a unique opportunity and submitted several pieces. To her surprise and delight, a portrait of the character Allison Hargreeves from The Umbrella Academy was selected as one of the top 10 fan art pieces by the Netflix team!
The excitement grew as fans were invited to vote for their favourite piece from the top 10, with the winner being announced live at Netflix Geeked Week in Atlanta. The event was attended by several Netflix stars, including actors Xolo Maridueña and Jacob Bertrand from Cobra Kai. Our student's work was presented to a large audience, and her Instagram username was prominently displayed during the broadcast allowing fans to see more of her wonderful artwork.
Although Salena didn’t take home the final prize, having her artwork showcased to nearly ten thousand people and being recognised by a global platform like Netflix is an extraordinary achievement. This experience has been a thrilling and unforgettable milestone for the student, and we are incredibly proud of her dedication and creativity.
At Highfields, we encourage our students to seize opportunities and explore their passions, and this accomplishment is a shining example of the outstanding talents within our school community. Well done Salena!
