The significance of art in the lives of our youth cannot be underestimated.
Yet, just when research is finally emerging that supports this, budget cuts and curricular demands are threatening the foundation of creativity in our public schools. In order to fill that gap as well as enrich the community, Pennsylvania College of Art & Design developed the Mosaic Project, a multicultural exhibition and education program for students and families in Lancaster County. It is funded by a grant from the Lancaster County Community Foundation.
The Mosaic Project began in 2009 and is currently in its third year. The project is composed of three distinct, yet interconnected components. The Mosaic Project Exhibition, Mosaic Middle School and High School Programming and the Mosaic After Program.
On October 7, 2011 The Mosaic Project Exhibition featuring artists Raul Colón and Amy Sherald opened to the public with a First Friday reception from 5 – 9 p.m. The exhibit will features 20 richly colored and intricately composed illustrations by Colón and 7 large scale, symbolic and realistic portrait paintings by Sherald. Visit the Schedule for a full calendar of dates and events. Both artists were in the gallery meeting students and visitors from the community. See photos below.
The Mosaic Project is coordinated by Heidi Leitzke, PCA&D Gallery Director.
The Mosaic Project is made possible through a grant from the Lancaster County Community Foundation.
