BHS Student Illustrator creates cover for the novel 'Moving Mountains'

BELMONT — Ella Irving, a student at Belmont High School, produced a cover for Jennifer Degenhardt’s latest novel Moving Mountains. Ella was chosen to illustrate the English version of the story, based on the recommendation of BHS Spanish and Art teachers. The story was written in Spanish and will also be translated into French and German.

Many of the themes in the author’s books have compelling stories with cultural, political, economic and social themes as seen through the eyes of teens. She chooses student artists to capture the intended audience and story line. Ella has vision and puts thought behind her pieces. She has the ability to see the big picture when incorporating elements in her designs.

The story is about a female artist who rides a motorcycle and wants to travel. She takes her bike, Phoenix, on a journey through California to Mexico. She wants to create pieces of places she will see. Her trip almost ends before it begins. Ella painted the colors of the desert sky and mountains she envisioned the protagonist would see. What a great way for Ella to start her own voyage and build her portfolio. We are proud to showcase her work.