Art Explosion

ART EXPLOSION (Free Arts 30 Year Anniversary Celebration) was a Huge success - over 375 people attended the evening reception.  This is a painting I did for the event.  Prompted by the  sweetest women  in the world Tracy Park - owner of the  gallery I decided to sell my piece and have the proceeds go to Free Arts - I am  thrilled to report that  the program  will be receiving  $3000.00 for it - whooo hooo!    The following is a virtual exhibit of the  Maryvale girl's exhibition.  I cannot begin to express how proud I am of them - their efforts, their courage and their talent - their fingerprints are forever  embedded on my heart and soul.

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Comments

[nina]

gina - i'm absolutely blown away by the work that the girls created under your guidance. and, by your incredible piece of work. their words - "i am a true artist" - speak volumes for what you have accomplished with them this summer. the word heroine comes to mind here. oh, how i wish i could have been there to give each and every one of you a huge loving hug.....xoxoxoxoxo

[Nancy Gene Armstrong]

I just wish I could view these beautiful pieces in person. I am truly moved by the skill shown. Just beautiful-beautiful work.

[Gia]

i love "you are powerful like fire"
these are all great.

[Gina's Proud Mama]

Gina, I have been proud of you in your accomplishments your whole life, but last night, I was just blown away. Your art, your dedication, and the outcome of those young girls was beyond any words I can say. You are a shining star! You glowed last night and you deserved all the praise given to you. This is your passion, to put your art into helping others. You are a wonderful role model for these girls and I am so thankful you are my daughter. Your painting was so beautiful. It screamed with the emotion of a new burst of life. You gave each girl the opportunity to put their mark on the world and touch other people with their healing art. I think you have picked up a torch that you will carry for a long time.

I love you,
your biggest fan

[Judi]

I wish everyone could have been there in person. The artwork is phenomenol and I am so impressed by the courage of these young women. By the way, folks - the artwork of these ladies was the centerpiece of the event and brought tears to many eyes. The canvases are pretty large - daunting for anyone!

So proud for you, Gina! You have truly found your "Artful Purpose". Bravo!!!

Hugs,

Judi

[Judi]

I wish everyone could have been there in person. The artwork is phenomenol and I am so impressed by the courage of these young women. By the way, folks - the artwork of these ladies was the centerpiece of the event and brought tears to many eyes. The canvases are pretty large - daunting for anyone!

So proud for you, Gina! You have truly found your "Artful Purpose". Bravo!!!

Hugs,

Judi

[misty]

Gina, it's all so very wonderful! You should be so very proud of yourself. Your piece is just beautiful! congratulations!

[Leslie]

Gina, this is absolutely wonderful. I am so happy for you. All of your work has meant so much to so many people. I think you found your calling! Sending a big hug and a huge congratulations! You did it girl! The canvas that you created it out of this world! Once again...congratulations.

[Jill]

Wow! Gina, this is amazing... so beautiful. So meaningful. So life altering. I would love to hear more about how this came to be.

I am an elementary teacher... I work with 9 and 10 year olds... a pretty typical school.... but it is so necessary for them to learn there are ways to share their voices.... ways like what you have done. A completely different group of students.... but still... the arts NEED to be a part of everyone's life.

Thank you for helping those beautiful young people share their voices. Simply amazing and inspiring!
Jill

[Green Chair Studio]

I am sitting here with tears in my eyes over the deeply moving work these girls have created and I am inspired and in awe of what you have given of yourself to make it possible. Really truly beautiful and amazing!! (The slideshow and song - too perfect - so lovely!) Thank you so much for sharing this experience.

[ginny Smallenburg]

Oh, Gina...you are a treasure. The world is lucky to have you! You brought out amazing things with the Mary Vale girls. I hope for the other young women out there, that you do this again and again. Just excellent.

[kim]

wow, how beautifully moving this exhibit is wow, you are a wonderful model to these young girls and i truly think that they will never forget this and what a impression you have made on them that they should carry with them the rest of their lives..thank~you so so much for sharing...
xox~kim