Painting Grand Canyon - USA
The Across the USA from the Eyes of an Artist tour culminated in New York after an action-packed 7000 mile adventure which gave me a captivating view of the places and faces of America from the eyes of an artist.
The journey marked my re-emergence into the art world after two decades of global travels and social activism. In addition to recording the scenic beauty and people of America through photos and paintings I created on the road, the tour also raised awareness for art education for youth.
The journey marked my re-emergence into the art world after two decades of global travels and social activism. In addition to recording the scenic beauty and people of America through photos and paintings I created on the road, the tour also raised awareness for art education for youth.
Madeleine's Art Project
This is my first painting in my Art Education for Kids Series. Its called Madeleine's Art Project. Madeleine is a bright 6 year old artist. She is one of the lucky ones however as she goes to a school called Delphi Academy that focuses heavily on the arts and student creativity. Madeleine and the other students thrive in this environment.
Why do I support art education for kids?
"I'm often categorized as having no "formal art education". However, this statement could be disputed. I experienced the joy of both learning and creating all forms of art throughout my elementary and secondary school education - in fact some days I swear it was the only reason I showed up at all!
"Today in the USA, over 40% of elementary school children don't have art teachers. With every state in the nation facing financial crisis and budget cuts, art is often one of the first items slashed. This means that the community - that's you and me -- must do more to ensure ALL children are taught the skills of observing, imagining, creating and thinking."
"I'm often categorized as having no "formal art education". However, this statement could be disputed. I experienced the joy of both learning and creating all forms of art throughout my elementary and secondary school education - in fact some days I swear it was the only reason I showed up at all!
"Today in the USA, over 40% of elementary school children don't have art teachers. With every state in the nation facing financial crisis and budget cuts, art is often one of the first items slashed. This means that the community - that's you and me -- must do more to ensure ALL children are taught the skills of observing, imagining, creating and thinking."
