For many, art class fades into memory, but for some students, it’s where identity, emotion and even a future begin to take shape.
At the Alliance for the Arts this April, Lee County students are putting their emotions and skills on display, giving the public a glimpse into the journeys of local young artists.
The 34th Annual Future of Art Show, organized by the Lee Art Education Association, showcases hundreds of student works from across Lee County, transforming the Alliance for the Arts into a monthlong display of young creativity across a variety of mediums. The exhibit is split by grade level, with elementary and middle school artwork on display from April 2–11, followed by high school pieces from April 17–25.
Selection for the exhibit is also a deliberate and competitive process. Throughout the school year, art teachers identify students who demonstrate strong effort, growth and commitment to their work. Each school is given a limited number of spots based on enrollment, typically one submission for every 100 students, resulting in roughly 300 pieces selected across the county…