Showcasing Creativity in our Art After Dark Series
At Raleigh Kids Art Gallery, our Art After Dark series is off to a fantastic start! Our first two events, "Summer Splash: A Deep Dive Into Under the Sea Art" and "Let's Glow: Neon Nights," were met with enthusiasm, creativity, and near sold-out attendance. We’re thrilled to share some of the incredible artwork from our young artists and to announce the next event in this exciting series.
Summer Splash: A Deep Dive Into Under the Sea Art
During our kickoff event, "Summer Splash," we delved into the theme of sustainable art, emphasizing the importance of using found objects to make a statement. Inspired by the Washed Ashore project, a nonprofit that collects trash from beaches and turns it into art, our young artists created pieces that highlighted the beauty and fragility of the ocean.
Here are some of the standout creations from the night:
Hannah Hawkins, "Free Flying" (Polymer clay and found materials, 2024)
"A turtle swimming in the sky."
Blake Lester, "Ocean Recycle" (Paint and found materials on paper, 2024)
"I wanted to show a turtle covered in trash, eating a plastic bag that it thought was a jellyfish. The eye of the turtle has a real jellyfish in it."
Grace Thorton, "Spot the Seal" (Polymer clay and found materials, 2024)
"It's a seal wearing a lifesaver."
Reagan Palakovich, "Beauty Above Ugly Below" (Watercolor and found materials on paper, 2024)
"The ocean is beautiful but full of litter."
Barrett Bradshaw, "Don’t Litter, It’s Bitter" (Mixed media, 2024)
Let's Glow: Neon Nights
Our second event, "Let's Glow: Neon Nights," was an exploration of the vibrant world of glow-in-the-dark art. While the gallery of their creations is still in the works, here’s a sneak peek of our young artists at work!
Next Art After Dark Event: Coming August 16th
We're excited to announce that the theme for our next Art After Dark event on August 16th is "Ice Cream Dreams." This event will feature a dessert art theme in the style of Wayne Thiebaud, where students can create delectable art pieces inspired by sweet treats. Spaces are limited and expected to fill up quickly, so be sure to sign up now to secure your spot. We can’t wait to see you at "Ice Cream Dreams" and continue this journey of creativity and fun!