2011 International Children's Art Exhibition Opens At Maritime Aquarium

On May 19, Creative Connections’ 2011 International Children’s Art Exhibition opened at the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk, CT. The show features the artwork of over 200 students from the United States and more than 30 countries around the world. All of the artwork in the show was created by students participating in ArtLink, Creative Connections’ international art exchange program. Students taking part in ArtLink are asked to create artwork reflecting some aspect of their life and culture to be shared with their partner class. This year, in recognition of the importance of water in all cultures, and the different roles it might play, students were asked to incorporate water into their artwork. The pieces featured in the show were selected by a panel of jurors who were asked to identify those pieces which they believed offered the best insight into the artist’s life and culture in the context of the water theme. Over 125 guests attended the opening reception, including 25 students whose artwork is featured in the show, their families, 15 participating ArtLink teachers, and many friends of Creative Connections. We offered a special welcome to 12 guests from Peekok Youtharts in Nigeria, our international art partner of the year. The show will be on display at the Maritme Aquarium, Norwalk, CT through June 30, 2011.
Artwork: Gold Fish Catching, by Minami, age 16, Japan

Gala for Global Understanding Celebrates CC's Work

On Thursday, May 5, 2011, nearly 100 guests gathered at Norwalk (CT) City Hall for Creative Connections' 2011 "Gala for Global Understanding." Surrounded by student works from our international art archive and gorgeous "global" table decor, guests enjoyed a performance by the Cambodian dance troupe, Children of Bassac, a silent auction featuring artwork from around the world, and a delicious buffet dinner from Marcia Selden Catering and Event Planning. It was truly a memorable evening. In recognition of the gala, Connecticut Governor Dannel P. Malloy issued a proclamation and letter congratulating CC on its work connecting young people around the world through the exchange of art and ideas, and State Senator Bob Duff was on hand to present CC with a legislative proclamation to the same effect. After their performance, members of the Cambodian dance troupe joined guests for dinner to share more about their culture and their experiences as members of our International Young Performers' Tour. Finally, guests learned more about our Scholarship Fund and the opportunities it brings to classrooms that would not otherwise be able to participate in our programming. Creative Connections thanks everyone who helped to make the evening such a success!

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