Press Release
Contact: Sharon McAllister
239-768-3602
Sharon.McAllister@ArtFestFortMyers.com
ArtFestFortMyers.com
The Shady Oaks Boys & Girls Club is where coloring outside the lines is not only fun but encouraged! The Art Club provides children with the opportunity to create great art projects under the direction of a dedicated art teacher and is made possible with the support of ArtFest Fort Myers and IBERIABANK. “Providing kids with a creative outlet for them to experience art at this young age helps to instill an appreciation and love of art that will last a lifetime,” said Bill Valenti, Market President for IBERIABANK. “Art brings joy, and we are proud to be a part of this program at Shady Oaks”.
Teri Aldred, a well-known mosaic artist and educator, is partnering with ArtFest Fort Myers to provide fun weekly art projects for Shady Oaks children. Creating clay creatures, working with watercolor and pastels to make wonderful collages, fabric painting, and crafting wonderful jewelry are a sampling of the art projects in store. “The arts provide every student with a means for learning,” explains Teri, “and it is invaluable to have the support of IBERIABANK, who is committed to extending a helping hand in our community.”
ArtFest Fort Myers, the annual juried fine art festival, takes place February 1, 2 & 3, 2013 in the Fort Myers River District. The art festival’s mission is to provide the community with an exceptional art experience, nurture the understanding of diverse art forms and support arts in education. Join the experience with 200 artists from across the county and around the world; the largest high school art exhibit and competition in South Florida and free interactive art experiences for children of all ages.
For more information about supporting the ArtFest Fort Myers art education outreach program visit ArtFestFortMyers.com or contact us at 239-768-3602 or info@ArtFestFortMyers.com.
