This Friday., Nov., 17 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. is another rendition of the LexArts Hop when dozens of galleries + businesses stay open late for the public to view art — for free.
While you’re out and about, be sure to stop by the Living Arts & Science Center for the opening of the REIMAGINE project — the unique fundraiser where local artists are chosen to “re-imagine” drawings submitted by local students.
Beginnings
REIMAGINE was started in 2014 by Lori Barnett, then executive director of Creative Alliance , and her daughter Grace. The now shuttered arts nonprofit ran the project from 2014-2019.
Last year, Arts Connect , an organization dedicated to arts awareness in the community, revived the project with the blessing and support of Barnett.
“We serendipitously bumped into each other at the Headley-Whitney Museum. I asked [Lori] if we could join forces and take it on. [ReImagine] is perfect for our spirit + mission,” said Kate Savage, Executive Director at Arts Connect.
Second grader Uriel’s piece (left) was re-imagined by Lennon Michalski. | Photos courtesy of ArtsConnect
| Photo provided by Arts Connect
How to see it
Stop by the Living Arts & Science Center, 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd., during Gallery Hop to view this year’s projects. The students’ drawings will be side-by-side with the re-imagined pieces.
By the numbers
- 43 pieces of art
- 11 different local grade schools
- 32 participating local artists
How it works
The art is available for purchase via an online auction — bidding is now open . Each piece has a starting price tag of $100 + the minimum bid increment is an additional $50.
The proceeds will be split three ways — with the artist, Arts Connect, and the student’s school to support the arts program + art supplies.
The auction will end at the closing reception held on Friday, Dec. 15, 6-7:30 p.m. View the full catalog online
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