The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod presented
When We Were Younger
A Multi-Generational Art Exhibit
Featuring over 40 Pre-eminent Cape Cod Artists
Cotuit Center for the Arts
January 6 - 28, 2007
Monday thru Friday 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday 10 am - 2 pm
The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod presented a multi-generational art exhibit When We Were Younger.
When We Were Younger paired the recent work of established, well-known Cape Cod artists alongside pieces that they created when they were younger. This unique free exhibit introduced children to the work of 44 established artists at the Cotuit Center for the Arts from January 6 to January 28, 2007. As every adult with a refrigerator covered with children’s art knows, there is magic in children’s minds.
The exhibit fostered the dreams of its younger audience, while delighting the adults who collect and admire these established artists. Keeping younger arts patrons in mind, art work was displayed at a height of 4 feet throughout the exhibit - right at children’s eye level. In addition, a mini-art library was made available to visitors, and a series of child-friendly events was scheduled over the course of the month.
This exhibit was presented thanks to the generous support of College PayWay. “We were honored to join with the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod to present this exceptional and engaging exhibit for the enjoyment of Cape students and families,” stated Stephen Galvin, CEO and founder of College PayWay. “The arts are an integral part of the education process and an essential element of every child’s complete education.”
Participating artists were excited to share their early efforts alongside more contemporary work, and to place both pieces within the context of their own personal growth and development as artists. Participating artist Liz Mumford stated, “I had such an enjoyable time getting reacquainted with my work as a child. Congratulations to the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod for organizing this completely original exhibit and drawing attention to the importance of arts education and creative expression for children.”
“We’ve all heard the statistics about how important arts education is for our children,” said Margaret Van Sciver, Arts Foundation board president. “We know that students that have high levels of arts participation outperform other students on virtually every measure. The Arts Foundation truly believes that all children deserve access to high quality arts education programs. The experiences we have in childhood provide the framework for our lives.”
When We Were Younger introduced Cape children to the work of established artists from their own communities. These artists were thrilled to be sharing work they created when they were children, and they hope by doing so to encourage aspiring young artists to pursue their own emerging artistic interests. “Every artist evolves from a different confluence of events,” participating artist Ellen LeBow said. “You blend a way of perceiving with encouragement and lots of raw materials and an artist can emerge.”
The Arts Foundation sent invitations to local schools to bring their students to the Cotuit Center for the Arts to view the exhibition during the month of January. School groups were provided with a guided tour of the exhibit and the chance to visit the newly created mini-art library. Hands-on creative workshops were arranged for students prior to their visit. Children created their own works of art and become part of the exhibition.
And yes, the exhibit featured a refrigerator where newly created children’s art work will be displayed.
The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod gratefully acknowledges support for When We Were Younger from College PayWay.
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