Our 1st graders from St. Monica and St. Augustine studied the artist Mondrian. His clean lines and simple color palette make for some outstanding artwork. Nice job 1st grade artists!
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Creative State Michigan Report
I was just sent a report via ArtServe that includes how arts and cultural nonprofit organizations have helped Michigan's economy. Look at the highlights! Thank you for supporting the arts Michigan!
Highlights of the report (211 arts nonprofit organizations from FY 2009):
- $462,791,322 in annual direct expenditures (e.g. rent, programs, travel and salaries)
- For every $1 invested by the state, the arts and culture nonprofit sector contributed $51 into theMichigan economy.
- 12,667,492 people made visits to arts and cultural venues and events – of which 52% were FREE
- 1,841,368 school children experienced arts and cultural events – inclusive of 25,259 youth and school group visits.
St. Augustine Artists Create Amazing Abstracts
Our St. Augustine 3rd graders took on this project with heart and soul. We discussed and figured out the differences between realistic and abstract artwork. Students took their feelings and emotions and let it out in paint. The results are nothing short of excellence. Great job 3rd graders!
Japanese Ink Cherry Blossoms
Wow! 4th and 5th graders at St. Monica take on Japanese ink paintings with stride. These cherry blossoms have been the talk of the school. I have received so many compliments about these great trees. I look forward to more amazing artwork from our students.
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