Read all about Heworth Grange's new urban art mural
Heworth Grange School recently achieved specialist Arts College status. A mural was commissioned for the new Dance Studio, created by the pupils and Eye of the Fly artist Tor Bruce. The school's Cultural Ambassador, Sally Marshall, who co-ordinated the project, writes:
‘Society judges innocent eyes. True angels hide in disguise’
is the title of the urban style artwork that takes inspiration from music, dance and the buildings in the Heworth Area. ‘Eye of the Fly’ charity director Tor Bruce, believes that these projects are an important outlet for students to express their ideas. The artists employed by Eye of the Fly are starting work on Mon 13th, 15th and 16th of February after the school day. The project should be finished on Thurs 16th February.
The artwork successfully relates to the youth of today and gives them alternative ways to behave that embrace respect for diversity and humanity. Because the students have been involved and their ideas have been used as a focus, they feel that they have contributed to something very special.
The Head Teacher from Heworth Grange Arts College Mr Harrison Huddart, says “The artwork clearly illustrates the dynamic nature of dance and relates to the youth culture of the students that we have at this school. The mural has changed the whole atmosphere of the dance studio and has created a space where the students feel comfortable. This in turn, will work to break down the barriers that boys sometimes have with dance. The ‘street dance’ that links in with the mural encourages students to express themselves more freely. It is great space now for kids to be who they want to be as they clearly identify with the studio.
A very worthwhile project�.
The older students have been excellent role models to the younger students by engaging with the creative tasks needed to make the project a success. Listening to the students’ ideas and using their thoughts to create images, poetry, street dance sequences, has been very productive. Further developments are planned which include an official opening ceremony and a mobile version of the artwork that can be used as a back drop for street dance performances and display work in different venues.
Sally Marshall (project coordinator)
Heworth Grange Arts College 0191 421224
sallymarshall@hotmail.com
Posted by Barbara-Ann Brown on February 14, 2006 4:51 PM
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Read all about Heworth Grange's new urban art mural
Heworth Grange School recently achieved specialist Arts College status. A mural was commissioned for the new Dance Studio, created by the pupils and Eye of the Fly artist Tor Bruce. The school's Cultural Ambassador, Sally Marshall, who co-ordinated the project, writes:
‘Society judges innocent eyes. True angels hide in disguise’
is the title of the urban style artwork that takes inspiration from music, dance and the buildings in the Heworth Area. ‘Eye of the Fly’ charity director Tor Bruce, believes that these projects are an important outlet for students to express their ideas. The artists employed by Eye of the Fly are starting work on Mon 13th, 15th and 16th of February after the school day. The project should be finished on Thurs 16th February.
The artwork successfully relates to the youth of today and gives them alternative ways to behave that embrace respect for diversity and humanity. Because the students have been involved and their ideas have been used as a focus, they feel that they have contributed to something very special.
The Head Teacher from Heworth Grange Arts College Mr Harrison Huddart, says
“The artwork clearly illustrates the dynamic nature of dance and relates to the youth culture of the students that we have at this school. The mural has changed the whole atmosphere of the dance studio and has created a space where the students feel comfortable. This in turn, will work to break down the barriers that boys sometimes have with dance. The ‘street dance’ that links in with the mural encourages students to express themselves more freely. It is great space now for kids to be who they want to be as they clearly identify with the studio.
A very worthwhile project�.
The older students have been excellent role models to the younger students by engaging with the creative tasks needed to make the project a success. Listening to the students’ ideas and using their thoughts to create images, poetry, street dance sequences, has been very productive. Further developments are planned which include an official opening ceremony and a mobile version of the artwork that can be used as a back drop for street dance performances and display work in different venues.
Sally Marshall (project coordinator)
Heworth Grange Arts College 0191 421224
sallymarshall@hotmail.com
Posted by Barbara-Ann Brown on February 14, 2006 4:51 PM
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