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 features masks and artwork from students at SAGE Academy: Students Achieving Greater Education. SAGE Academy’s mission is to “provide, in partnership with home and community, a safe, supportive, educationally appropriate environment for the life-long learner.” The philosophy od SAGE Academy is based on the belief that individuals with diverse learning styles can experience success. A safe and nurturing environment where learning is a shared responsibility will enable these individuals to become contributing members of a democratic society.
The exhibit includes masks that were created as an art reflection, after reading Sherman Alexie’s The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian. Pictured: Orange mask by Brianna, Blue mask by Ashley, Black and white mask by Josh.
This exhibit is on display through November 22. Be sure to stop by the cafe in our Carrboro store to see it.