FALLING FOR ART! Arc of Onondaga was excited to host its first-ever Art Show this fall! The exhibition featured over 40 pieces of art showcasing the talents of 60 artists currently receiving supports from Arc of Onondaga, and included: paper mâché, acrylic paintings inspired by Vincent van Gogh, leaf prints, and a large fiber art installment. The show also spotlighted two artists; Iiaisha, who is inspired by capturing the essence of emotions, and Tony, whose pencil drawings bring nature to life, as seen through the lens of Native American culture. The highlight of the event was a collaborative fiber project featuring 100 fiber balls hung from the ceiling, forming a whimsical curtain of colorful hand-wound balls. Forty-seven artists collaborated to create the autumnal fiber piece using solely reclaimed materials. The balls of fiber were constructed with scrap fabric, colorful yarn, thread and vintage elements. Each ball is vibrant and unique, forming a perfect representation of the artists who created them. The reclaimed materials in the piece came from across Central New York, arriving at Arc of Onondaga’s doorstep many times in garbage bags, often with a humble comment: “we hope you can use these old supplies.” The collaborative piece is a celebration of those donations and the spirit of creativity that lives within each of us. Arc of Onondaga’s arts program features a vast array of artistic opportunities giving artists a wide range of experiences with varied mediums, inspiration and challenges. The art studio, located at Arc of Onondaga’s administrative building, is a dedicated space for the people Arc supports to channel their creative energies by encouraging creativity, and giving a voice to those who may be struggling to find theirs. The fiber project encouraged artists to flex their fine motor skills as they wrapped materials around an ever-growing ball, exploring the way colors and textures can work together to create a masterpiece. “In the two and a half years our arts program has offered classes, we’ve never laughed as much as we did in the classes to create this piece,” said Erica Danega, Art Coordinator for Arc of Onondaga. “While wrapping 100 fiber balls, there were countless times when the balls rolled off the table, when yarn would get intertwined, when a spool of thread would roll away, or when we’d wrap our fingers into the piece. Each mishap could have been a reason to get frustrated, but instead, time and time again, the artists laughed amid the struggle and carried on creating a beautiful piece.”
Join us for an Art Exhibit and Artist Meet & Greet Art Show and Artist Meet & Greet Tuesday, September 30th 10:30am-12:30pm Wilbur Art Studio at Arc of Onondaga 600 S. Wilbur Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13204 Celebrate and experience Fall through the eyes and creative hands of artists who are supported by Arc of Onondaga!
Contact Erica Danega for more information 315-582-5656
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