Graffiti: Criminal Acts or Real Art?

Let’s Stomp the Street Art Stigmas Art comes in a variety of different forms. But when it comes to street art, many have a hard time drawing the line between “art” or just plain vandalism. Beginning in the early ‘80s, street art emerged in New York City. As names like Banksy and Basquiat hit...

Supporting Local Businesses

  Why Should You Support your Local Businesses? Where we live, local businesses are essential for keeping our community unique and connected. Small businesses not only provide a community character and economical advantages but they also strengthen relationships between neighbors, residents, other small business owners, community leaders and even local schools. However, as big...

The Importance of Art Education

Recently, the school curriculum in the United States has changed dramatically, shifting focus towards the common core subjects like reading and math... but what about the arts? Not only does learning about art shape young teens into creative and open-minded people, this is a great first step in finding what they are truly passionate...