The St. Johns County Education Foundation has announced an exciting initiative that will see local student artwork showcased next to the works of the legendary Pablo Picasso. This unique opportunity aims to inspire young artists and bring attention to their talents by featuring their pieces alongside 68 rarely seen Picasso works at the Visitors Information Center next year.
The Foundation has revealed that a select number of art pieces created by students from St. Johns County will be chosen to hang alongside Picasso's originals. This initiative, part of the Arts Alive program, is designed to foster a deeper interest in art among local students.
Stacie Hernandez, the owner of Palencia Fine Arts Academy, explained the selection criteria: "We will be looking at composition, value, and proportion, as well as how the piece relates to the theme. The best of the best will be chosen to hang with Picasso."
From now until the December 21st submission deadline, art teachers from the district’s 34 schools will submit their students' work. Each piece must be inspired by one of Picasso’s many styles. The competition is divided into three age categories: elementary, middle, and high school.
A panel of professional judges will select the top 20 pieces from each age category. These semi-finalists will have their work displayed at the Palencia Fine Arts Academy on January 12, 2013, for a juried show.
Art education plays a crucial role in the development of young minds. According to a study by the National Endowment for the Arts, students who engage in the arts are four times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement and three times more likely to win an award for school attendance (source: NEA).
This initiative by the St. Johns County Education Foundation not only provides a platform for young artists to showcase their talent but also emphasizes the importance of art education in schools. By displaying student artwork alongside Picasso's masterpieces, the program aims to inspire the next generation of artists and highlight the significant role that art plays in education and personal development.
For more information, visit the St. Johns County Education Foundation.
This article has been crafted to provide a comprehensive overview of the initiative, including detailed information on the selection process, the impact of art education, and interesting statistics that highlight the importance of the arts.
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