Art:K12 is an exhibition program at Weaver Street Market’s Carrboro store, focusing on artwork created by local children and youth. The program began in February 2015. Its initial intention is to offer a public space for viewing visual art created by students in the CHCCS district, as well as local private schools.
The current exhibition is a collection from the 2014-2015 Fine Arts program at Emerson Waldorf School (EWS) High School, where rigorous academics are infused with music and art. Artistic work in the EWS High School is a cornerstone of the education. The Fine Arts curriculum provides every student with pedagogically appropriate experiences in two-and three-dimensional arts throughout the year. Through attentive guidance, every student becomes proficient in fine art media, such as clay sculpture, wood and stone carving, drawing, and painting. The program is designed to build upon the skills and sensibilities developed in the Waldorf Lower and Middle grades by meeting students with will-strengthening artistic exercises, in which they experience freedom in their feelings and develop sound judgment in their intellect. The students’ practice with traditional art materials is complemented by studies in art history and regular visits to local museums, galleries, and cultural venues.
9th GRADE: Black & White Drawing, Sculptural Form
10th GRADE: Color Theory, Sculptural Form II
11th GRADE: Drawing and Painting From the Masters, Sculptural Form: The Human Figure
12th GRADE: Portraiture, Sculptural Form: The Human Head
Check out the entire 2015 Best in Show Arts Extravaganza Photo Album on Emerson Waldorf School Facebook.
This exhibit is on display through August 9. Be sure to stop by the cafe in our Carrboro store to see it.
