It's hard these days to bring generations together on common ground. Teenagers think they've learned it all, and seniors know they haven't even begun.
The exhibit at the Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center blends the spirit of youth with the eyes of experience. "Both Ends of the Rainbow," is an annual exhibit of artwork created by students from Cayuga County schools and local senior citizens.
Schweinfurth's Program Coordinator Stephanie Schuster says the exhibit is a chance for artists of all ages and talent levels to showcase their work in a professional environment.
"It's a great opportunity for the kids, and the older adults," Schuster said.
The art spans the spectrum of the creative canvas: surrealism, impressionism, photography, ceramics and sketches.
Auburn High School art instructor Tom Champion says the show, which will feature more than 1,000 pieces from more than 750 students and 50 seniors, has grown in size and meaning.
"It's tremendous how it has evolved and how the students evolve as well," he said. "Art is the pulp of life. It's about living and learning about the richness of life. And it teaches the students not just about painting, but opens their eyes to the creative world around them.
"People pass through life not seeing what's around them. We try to teach the students to open their eyes and observe all art, writing, sculpting, drawing. They learn that they can accomplish things that they never thought they once could."
Schuster said the exhibit brings parents and individuals into the center that normally wouldn't attend an art gallery. She believes that art is essential to a student's well-rounded educational experience.
"It's essential to be creative in any workplace," she said. "Art teaches students to express themselves. It helps build problem solving skills, it's a personal building block."
Also on view is artwork from Three Lakes Sampler, a collaborative book project through Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES that showcases the artwork and poetry of local students. On Feb. 5, the Schweinfurth is offering a "Sensational Still Lifes" class. Students can learn how to paint still lifes with space and depth using color.
Staff writer Benning W. De La Mater can be reached at 253-5311 ext. 237
or ben.delamater@lee.net
Schweinfurth's Program Coordinator Stephanie Schuster says the exhibit is a chance for artists of all ages and talent levels to showcase their work in a professional environment.
"It's a great opportunity for the kids, and the older adults," Schuster said.
The art spans the spectrum of the creative canvas: surrealism, impressionism, photography, ceramics and sketches.
Auburn High School art instructor Tom Champion says the show, which will feature more than 1,000 pieces from more than 750 students and 50 seniors, has grown in size and meaning.
"It's tremendous how it has evolved and how the students evolve as well," he said. "Art is the pulp of life. It's about living and learning about the richness of life. And it teaches the students not just about painting, but opens their eyes to the creative world around them.
"People pass through life not seeing what's around them. We try to teach the students to open their eyes and observe all art, writing, sculpting, drawing. They learn that they can accomplish things that they never thought they once could."
Schuster said the exhibit brings parents and individuals into the center that normally wouldn't attend an art gallery. She believes that art is essential to a student's well-rounded educational experience.
"It's essential to be creative in any workplace," she said. "Art teaches students to express themselves. It helps build problem solving skills, it's a personal building block."
Also on view is artwork from Three Lakes Sampler, a collaborative book project through Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES that showcases the artwork and poetry of local students. On Feb. 5, the Schweinfurth is offering a "Sensational Still Lifes" class. Students can learn how to paint still lifes with space and depth using color.
Staff writer Benning W. De La Mater can be reached at 253-5311 ext. 237
or ben.delamater@lee.net
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