You might not know the name, but since 1827 the world of 'classical ballet' has developed almost solely thanks to Marius Petipa. As a 9-year-old boy, Marius performed in his first ballet.......later heading to Russia to become one of the most influential choreographers in history. His life story is one of struggle and immense hardship yet filled with boundless creativity.
Now, a California foundation is preserving his incredible work and keeping the art form alive. The Petipa Heritage Foundation was established by two choreographers to honor the creative and academic genius of Petipa. Under their artistic guidance, reconstructed versions of many of Petipa’s treasured works have debuted with major companies worldwide. The foundation also recognizes exceptional talent in ballet across the globe.
To learn more about Petipa and the foundation: https://petipafoundation.org/new/our-history/
📸: Fruugo
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Student-Art Gives Back To Underserved Art Programs
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There's a critical shortage of arts funding in our public schools and Fresh Artists is taking a unique approach to give back. Kids interested in the arts can participate in a real-life opportunity to exhibit their artwork to help support arts programs for under-resourced schools.
Through Fresh Artists, children create and donate art to be enlarged, printed, and displayed in public spaces supported by corporate sponsors. Their 14-year program has already received 3,000+ student-created pieces of art. In return, more than 4 TONS of arts supplies have been donated to arts programs in need.
🎨 If you know a student, or even an arts teacher, encourage kids to help the arts flourish for everyone.
https://www.freshartists.org/
📸: Fresh Artists
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Save the Arts w/ Local Beautification Murals 🎨
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When communities begin looking bleak, pops of color and meaning make all the difference! Not only do colorful murals in unexpected places bring life to tired neighborhoods, they also serve as an introduction to the arts for curious young minds. We've got to hand it to Save the Arts Movement! They collaborate with artists and local business owners and governments to create positive connections through art.
Whether you live in a community that could use some brightening, or you're an artist interested in sharing your talents on public murals, get to know Save the Arts Movement: https://savetheartsmovement.com/
📸: Save the Arts Movement
Donations of loved musical instruments have come rolling into Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation so that students can use them this coming school year! Thanks to people like Arvind and Bob for making an impact.
Have instruments collecting dust in your home?! Find out how easy (and free) it is to breathe new life into them. Details 🔗👆
📸: Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation
Artist Addeline Griswold has joined forces with Hippy Feet on a sock collaboration that gives back to homeless youth. The Fort Wayne, Indiana self taught artist specializes in art that is bright, bratty, and bold. She’s inspired by nostalgia, old tattoo flash, and women. Details in bio.
Singer songwriter Sarah McLachlan has teamed up with Soundwaves Art to create autographed soundwaves of three songs. Proceeds will provide music mentorship (at no cost) to children facing barriers to the arts experience. ❤️
For more details: https://soundwavesartfoundation.com/search?type=product&options%5Bunavailable_products%5D=last&options%5Bprefix%5D=last&q=sarah*
📸: Soundwaves Art
