Art.co.uk, announced this week the three finalist schools in the UK for Art Sparks LearningTM, an international programme that supports art education to help inspire the artists of tomorrow. Flora Stevenson’s Primary School have made it into the final as the only Scottish school in the international campaign. Art.co.uk have awarded them with 18 pieces of their favourite framed artworks to display around the school in recognition of their achievement to date.
The pupils’ engagement in the selection of these artworks has stimulated a great enthusiasm in Art and Design. This interest has resulted in their planning and delivering additional art workshops across all stages and ages, which are led by local artists. Plus, as a direct result of this development they have now created the “Rainbow Room” a dedicated art space for the whole school to share.
From now until May 23, 2014, family, friends, community members and visitors to Art.co.uk are invited to vote for their favourite school on the Art Event webpage.
A spokesperson for the school said:-“The school with the most votes will receive a grand prize – of £750 in art supplies. This resource would make a massive positive impact on our school’s ability to provide exceptionally high quality art and design lessons. To be able to continue to embrace the talents of local artists and have the materials to give pupils greater freedom of expression would be amazing.”
Help support the artists of tomorrow by visiting the website and voting for Flora Stevenson Primary School. Winners will be announced on Tuesday, May 27, 2014.
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