Paint to the Rhythm Art Camp - Barb Nelson
Participants will come away with a knowledge of how to use mediums such as acrylics, chalks and tempera on canvas and art paper. Participants will gain an appreciation of art, learn new skills in the process and gain a greater understanding of both generations. We hope all participants will see art as a lifelong interest either by creating their own art works or by appreciating the art created by other's including well-known artists.
Participant evaluation/surveys and anecdotal responses were collected.
Participants came away with the knowledge that art does have rhythm--not in the musical sense that we are all family with but in repeated patterns and colors that are found in many different art forms. While we focused mainly in acrylic, participants learned the basics of drawing and putting their creativity on paper. The intergenerational aspect was fun. All ages enjoyed working and creating together. The adults were very supportive of the younger students and encouraged them to be creative. The younger participants came away with the knowledge that art is fun for all ages and that you are never too old to learn something new.
The Community Center provided space for the program at no cost. The Community Ed helped with advertising and promotion of the program.