PROGRAMS
VISITING ARTISTS’ programs are uniquely structured to involve and incorporate local businesses and organizations, fostering the idea of community, connection, and reciprocal interest. This synergy results in a dynamic exchange of goods and services, as well as bolsters community engagement, and sense of recognition and value to underserved individuals and communities. Forming synergies and alignments with local businesses and organizations speaks to the heart and soul of our program — these community connections takes shape in various ways. Scroll down for a few examples.
A FEW PROGRAM PARTNERS ESTABLISHED BY VISITING ARTISTS
COLLAGE WORKSHOP — a dynamic material-based class, exploring texture, pattern, rhythm, and principles of chance. Developed in association with THE AMERICAN FOLK ART MUSEUM.
AMAZING GRACE explores the practice of ballet as a mindful practice. Ballet teaches more than just how to move beautifully, but how to think, act, and navigate the world with balance and style.
WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS — a weekly self-care group, exploring fragrance as a means to expand the senses and imagination, made possible by the generous gift-giving of LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics.
DRAW THE LINE — a structured, collaborative coloring book drawing program for older the adult community, creating a quarterly publication. Established in association with the NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY.
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PRIOR PROGRAM PARTNERS MAINTAINED BY VISITING ARTISTS
INTERACTIVE HOLIDAY-THEMED GAMES
GAME OF GHOULS
Art history provides a kaleidoscope of possibilities for memory-based creative caregiving. GAME OF GHOULS was created with participants as part of ongoing museum visits, workshops, and classes. Discussions involve wide-ranging topics and approaches to learning. Part of the VISITING ARTISTS curriculum involves methods of memorization which are engaging as well as entertaining.
For GAME OF GHOULS, the idea is playing with ideas of spookily ‘changing’ the image, which involves many levels of cognition: decision-making, information processing, and problem solving. Second, he game involves naming each work and artist. The first prize winner received two $20 gift cards, from a wide variety of choices, while each participant was awarded one $20 gift card for participating in the endeavor.
CREATIVE INCENTIVES
FUNEE MUNEE
The FUNEE MUNEE program created by Vanessa Daou involves the making and ‘printing’ of unique “dollars”, to be used for purchasing goods from popular in-house auctions, featuring an array of donations, gifts, and other sundry items. The “dollars” were “earned” by virtue of participating in activities, providing an incentive for residents to join groups, adding dimension and purpose to their days.
FUNEE MUNEE created by J.T.
