Art Works Alabama

Dream Rocket Exhibit Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library

January 20th, 2011

Currently participating in The Dream Rocket Exhibit at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library from January 1 – March 1 of 2011.

In Search Of Nature, We Find Family

By the Fresh Air Family after school Program at
St. Barnabus School in Birmingham, Alabama
Organized by Laurie Ann Kramer
Title – “In Search of Nature, We find Family.”-Verna Gates
Dream Theme – Nature & Family

What is Your Group’s Artwork About? The children enjoyed exploring their creative instincts as they squished blueberries to color bits of fabric. Others dipped leaves into pans of color. The students all took turns sharing pastels, pencils, paints and curious recycled materials from the red art trunk.

As they created their visions they shared the stories behind their art work-stories of family adventures camping under the stars, meeting a sugar-glider named Thomas, planting tomatoes, fishing trips with family, and memories of a long past vacation to Niagara Falls. It was a blast collaborating with Fresh Air Family teachers/mentors and local artists at the Montevallo Middle and St. Barnabus after school programs.

Everyone was there to provide education and encouragement to the talented young people participating. Being part of The Dream Rocket Project is a great experience. It provides a unique opportunity for today’s children to, not only express themselves, but also connect through the Dream Rocket to other children around the globe who share the common desire to be heard as they express their ideas for a brighter tomorrow. ~Laurie Ann Kramer

For more information, visit The Dream Rocket website.