The Riverside Community came together last night to enjoy art, music from Ringen Music Studio, and poster-making all about family. Family photos were taken on site and posters were created to celebrate family customs and traditions. They will be displayed in the hallways at Riverside.
Riverside's Family Night, "Threads of Heritage" included our Artists in Residence, Brooke Burch and Carlota Gay. Families enjoyed seeing the completed artworks and weaving on giant looms.
Brooke Burch, local seamstress and fashion designer, taught Riverside students how to weave during a two week artist residency. Students in 3rd grade learned about textiles and created their own tapestry that will be displayed at the family event tonight. We are grateful for this partnership!
Carlota Gay is a local artist who creates portraits with a signature style. She has worked with Riverside 1st Graders for two weeks, teaching them how to draw the features of the face. The most important part of her lesson is to give students the opportunity to express emotion and make individual style choices. Individuality is at the core of her work and teaching. The work created by 1st graders will be on display at the family event tonight.
