Bronx art High School teacher Jeremy Harper speaks on his time teaching Devon Rodriguez in 9th grade

Jeremy Harper discusses his time teaching Devon Rodriguez at Samuel Gompers High School in the South Bronx in 2010. He gives his story on helping Devon re-apply to the High School of Art & Design after his portfolio got denied from the school.
This interview takes place in Edward A. Reynolds West Side High School in West Harlem on June 21st, 2023.

[@Ben-ot7hw]

Mr. Harper was my art teacher at Gompers. God bless you and keep inspiring kids. I made it out the hood , and have a beautiful family.

[@user-of5wh8xf9k]

I like that Devon is always so humble to appreciate the teachers that helped him through his career, especially Mr. Jeremy Harper.

[@theresawhalen4057]

Devon has amazing skills. I love following him to see what he does next. He will draw whoever he wants. I love that about him. He just keeps getting better and better!!

[@joseerodriguez6124]

This has changed HIM a little NOT IN BAD WAY BUT IN A GOOD WAY ATLEAST I THINK ITS IN A GOOD WAY GROWING MEANS CHANGING SOMTIMES TO.

[@gabicreightonbooksetc.]

“Excuse me! Excuse me! I DREW you. I DREW you (Devon giggles). I like your tattoos/hair/style… (Devon giggles).” 😆😆 I love Devon.❤️

[@jeremyharper3]

Hahahahahahajah. You know I know I do that too much. Lol

[@peterjensen6233]

It’s great to hear the story of education for Devon. Hard work and dedication pays dividends. Love it.

[@624699694]

Graduated Samuel Gompers in 1988. It’s GOOD to know such AWESOME TALENT went to Gompers. LOVE THIS ❤️♥️💯🙏🏽🙌🏾⭐️🎭🎨

[@amyhansen9932]

What a beautiful interview, thank you. I have seen Devon on TV giving interviews with Kaitie Currick, Hoda Kobd and others and he always mentions you. Mr Harper you are part of Devon what he is today. You were his teacher, confidant and must of all his mentor. I'm glad you were there when he was growing up. What he went through in his life was not easy to survive. I wish they make a movie of his life.

[@charliekucharski2079]

I would be up for this. That would be a great movie. I find Devon super interesting to watch and I think he is a good person who appreciates the small things in life that a lot of us take for granted.

[@selket51]

He is a really good portraiture artist. I used draw years ago and I am so impressed with Devon’s wonderful work. Hearing about a phenomenal artist these days is pretty rare. I wish him all the luck in the world.

[@marymoreno6076]

Devon is such an amazing artist,,a gift from above,and Thanking God for Devon's creativities.I admired this young man,and wish him the biggest success of his entire life,and will continue watching him in making people Happy.Proud of him.❤❤❤

[@MsSherryjh]

Much admiration on my part. So glad he also posted one painted portrait he was working on. It displayed the fully developed artist that he is. I hope he shows more of his work. And thank you, Jeremy Harper, for taking the time, throughout his life.

[@deltaray3]

Glad you posted this. Thanks.

[@iam_ola_arts]

I really admire you Devon ❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️

[@XxButterflyYTxX173]

I love your videos and I also luv art! 🩷

[@ryanseslow]

Awesome and inspiring!! Love this!

[@denizirisozbey1760]

Devon is nice ❤ 👍

[@reginaarce4001]

He is a genius and unique artist fenomenal person the best for you always thanks

[@samaahammam3126]

Not much I can say, don't know Devon,but comes across as shy, but I'll fully admit his art is phenomenal,I also loved art,painting but landscapes,won't attempt portraits they'd probably come out as caricatures, if there was a art class I was in it,macrame knitting, crocheting,painting, pottery, that was the only part of school that interested me. Devon amazes me with his eye for detail, accuracy and outstanding speed in which he does it. Clearly a top class artist, would love one day to have one of his pictures, I can dream can't I lol

[@andybenjamin7198]

from Montreal Canada ,i really admire the conversation of Mr Jeremy Harper on Devon ,school,such wonderful story!Bravo

[@joseluisruizgarcia-trevija5147]

Fantástico profesor

[@agusindra8186]

Good luck always 👍👍🇮🇩

[@terriejohnston8801]

PERSISTENCE. TENACITY. AND NOT BACKING DOWN. PERIOD.

[@mcrickard1]

I'm so glad I experienced to this interview! It's an example how a teacher... had a profound positive influence on perhaps the most talented artists of my lifetime... Devon Rodriguez! BZ

[@rosatorres3555]

What an amazing man his teacher You are a Blessing Good Human Being If it wasn’t that that you was his teacher who knows what’s he be now ❤

[@wv8071]

The teacher comes off very honest, but a little high on himself though. Hats off to the teacher, he did very well with Devon.

[@deltaray3]

You have to consider that this is on Devon's own channel. I would think if he didn't agree with his teacher's assessment that he wouldn't post it.

[@terriejohnston8801]

WV...YEP. HE DEFF. MILKED HIS 15 MNS. of FAME...LOL A N D TO THE OTHER CURRENT REPLIER?? Oh never mind.

[@wv8071]

@@terriejohnston8801 I had that same sentiment "oh never mind."😂

[@anitadelfavero9009]

Dear Jeremy. Thank you for being a loving teach. It is an avocation to you, not just a proffession.

[@htc4898]

Thank you.

[@thelmaagondez6860]

I'm a new subscriber here.. I'm so amaze when I saw him in KZbin...So impressive...❤

[@Lacey1027]

Great interview seems like a great guy and art teacher, happy for Devon! Absolutely amazing artist! God bless!

[@user-rn9zn8iw4o]

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[@purwakushwaha3511]

I know Devon and his work only through KZbin. I admire him as a very sensitive and great artist and human being. Wish him all the success in future.

[@tumanako7312]

Mr Harper, thank you brother, Devon is amazing, thank god for you brother 🙌

[@user-wz8id8mk7v]

Es todo un profesional, admirable🎉👏👏👏👏

[@bobmcnulty3500]

So Jeremy did you tear up on September 6? Great interview! Devon is a great artist. My stick men look bad.

[@asan1050]

Thanks Much !.......

[@bronxNYC9846]

Davon got it the it factor my 12 yr old daughter loves drawing she says it's her passion this video helped with information and ideas what to do or how to help her some she's draws awesome cartoon characters, we'll have to see her challenges n limits. Go Davon Rodriguez great awesome 🎨 artist,our Leonardo da Vinci😊

[@joseerodriguez6124]

Devon ISSSSSS AMAZING😮😊😢😊😮

[@amcmc4641]

thank you

[@leonraymundo355]

I respectfully nominate Devon's mentorJeremy Harper as 2024 teacher of the year.

[@avbosuahimanayin-idemudi-jc8jw]

Mentoring is a very important part in developing our business and skills

[@ronlewis1218]

what an inspirational teacher .

[@anitadelfavero9009]

I think people love looking at one amother especially when they are relaxing in a group setting like a subway train. We all tend to wonder about one another. What a wonderful subject matter to draw or paint individuals. Such a simple thought. It is not only about the craft ot is about the artist soul.

[@anitadelfavero9009]

I am Honduran.from my mother. We need to know what imagrants have to offer. So many are full of love and grace. Thank you Devon We humans have so much good to offer one another

[@jeremywalters6442]

Gompers represent!

[@iam_ola_arts]

Amazing 🤩

[@624699694]

This is TRUE ♥️💯

[@angelahedges3726]

His haters only hate because they're envious period.

[@dearfreestylemove]

❤❤

[@Tugbanursanat]

👍👍👍👍

[@mariamcolon5]

❤como te disfruto boricua 🎉 un abrazote!!!!!!😘

[@alifc1082]

Good for you Devon, to show appreciation for the people that guided you. But man he likes to talk... Really, past an hour? Wow.. Is there an hour long interview with yourself? 😉

[@tunaharhar5666]

Cool video! Thats it.

[@claudiavonkroge3604]

That is something I wonder about him too, what the future held up for him. Would be interesting if he try something with landscapes, can he draw plants, trees, people working in the woods, animals, sun or water…

[@naymyo5503]

I wish he was my art teacher when I was young.

[@frankfonsecalizarazo4319]

👏👏👏👏👏

[@user-ss9iy7yr8o]

ดูคลิปของคุณDevonแต่ละคลิปแล้วต้องยิ้มตามทุกคลิป ดูReactions!แต่ละคนแล้วผมชอบมากเลย...To Thailand

[@officialny-tv8il]

😍👌🖼️🎨🖌️ * Devon , Eres es mejor..aprenderé a dibujar contigo ..THANK You..Robert Cesa..BRONX, NY. * 💝🖼️🎨🖌️🤩✌️

[@diegohperez6434]

Mr harper reminds me when I was in college my self in Colombia the way you talk don’t give up on students why you apply to be president the way you protect people deserve person like you run America not that criminal trump well besides the point is way you see students potential I know you talk about devon but it gimme opportunity to express my self other issues come to my mind any way look I’m in London I say I admire you like you was my teacher well devon trusted you like was he father that is why I tell you his problems any way look when you young you don’t take some things seriously what supost to be I feel sorry for many years I wasted that is the reason I finished up here in London any way mr harper happy new year I hope you answer me whit this make any sense to you good bye for now 👌

[@sghevs-e-bubble]

Ciao

[@XxButterflyYTxX173]

Hi first!!

[@PitoVH]

Copycats will always come not from the heart ❤️ but for their greediness of social media $$$..💯💯

[@user-hb4tv8yd1l]

How do you feel that he drew the President

[@kristineguetschow9134]

“You know?” Too many “You know”s.” You know?

[@KingKang1310DolphinPanda7]

:o

[@XxButterflyYTxX173]

Pin pls! ❤

[@PHILPOP2]

Spell me

[@matthewwilliams3827]

1:50 No, he isn’t a natural talent…

[@felixrivera7361]

This guy sounds as if he’s downplaying the kids talent

[@user-hb4tv8yd1l]

Sir sounds jealous.

[@anajohanson760]

Yes, teacher feels jelous! He didn't recognice that Devon has a quality born, he is a genios!!!!!