Moving In: Installation
March 27, 2019
We've got the A-Team breaking down sections of the mural in preparation for our next moving day. Thanks, HVRHS Class of 2019! #dayofservice
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Art at Work: Education
Art at Work: Education
March 27, 2019
Introducing Julianne, our education intern from Northwestern Connecticut Community College. After graduation, she plans to transfer to Central Connecticut State University to study elementary education with the goal of becoming an elementary school teacher. Before she interned with AMP, she was a math tutor for middle school children.
Our programs director had this to say about Julianne: "After observing the warmth and enthusiasm that Julianne brings to the room when she is engaging with the kids in the CHAMPS after-school enrichment program, I couldn't be more thrilled to have her join AMP as an education intern for the spring and summer! She is a natural educator."
Art at Work: Education
Art at Work: Education
March 23, 2019
Thursday kicked off our in-school residency with the Renzulli Academy in Hartford. And what a day it was! Our teaching artists worked with students in 6th-8th grade to create a whole-school mural. Eighth-graders started out painting the ombre sky, then projected images of the Hartford skyline that the seventh-graders painted black. Others students created self portraits. More to come next week!
Art at Work: Education
Art at Work: Education
March 17, 2019
Our guest artist, Jessica Jane Russell from Art Room Atelier, led the projects for our CHAMPS after-school program on Thursday. She'll also be leading a week of our summer programs in August!
Moving In: Installation
Moving In: Installation
February 27, 2019
It's getting really exciting around here because it's MOVING DAY! Three sections of the mural are making their way out of Ellen's studio and will soon be heading to the mill for the next phase of installations.
Moving In: Mural Installation
Moving In: Installation
February 2, 2019
Ellen and crew are working through the plans on the steel/aluminum plates, U bolts, and scaffolding platform on wheels that will be needed to get the rest of the mural up--and how to get the remaining sections to the mill in Winsted. So much happening in the weeks ahead.
Art at Work: Education Programs
Art at Work: Education Programs
January 2, 2019
Our third- and fourth-graders in the CHAMPS after-school program were very busy in December! Lots of new and exciting projects coming up this month.
AMPed UP
AMPed UP
December 22, 2018
The Connecticut Economic Resource Center - CERC recently held their annual Celebrate CT! event, which honored economic development successes throughout the state, including naming AMP (and 17 other organizations) a top economic development leader for our contribution to the state's economy!
Digging In: Construction Update
Digging In: Construction Update
December 10, 2018
Fran, our plaster man, finishing up as fast as he can. Almost done with Phase 1!
Moving In: Mural Installation
Moving In: Mural Installation
December 6, 2018
Ellen finished cutting the Stitch section along the wheel, eliminating the white aluminum areas. Next up: attaching Steve on the right side of Stitch, finishing the tiles on Stitch's plaid shirt, and then hanging the section up. Getting closer!
Moving In: Mural Installation
Moving In: Mural Installation
December 3, 2018
Stitch and Steve, Native American mechanics from New Mexico, are in the building and the first to be attached to the armature in the weeks ahead. First job is to affix the 50 or so ceramic tiles—created by students at the Taos Day School in 2003—that make up Stitch’s plaid shirt. Check out the New Mexico Project.
Art at Work: Education Programs
Art at Work: Education Programs
November 30, 2018
Our “Whole School Mural” project with the Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School in Waterbury has wrapped, and what an amazing experience with those 615 students! Thanks to the Connecticut Community Foundation for making this possible.
Moving In: Mural Installation
Moving In: Mural Installation
November 28, 2018
It’s happening! The first piece of the mural is about to be installed.
Art at Work: Education Programs
Art at Work: Education Programs
November 19, 2018
Kids from our CHAMPS after-school enrichment program had a studio visit with a quilter at Whiting Mills last week. We’re so lucky to be where we are and to be able to offer these amazing learning experiences. Many more to come!
Building Up and Raising Funds
Building Up and Raising Funds
November 14, 2018
It’s that time of year when mailboxes, inboxes, and social media feeds fill up with donation requests. Of course we’re adding to that. From the mill renovation to education programs for the next generation of workers, every dollar truly is making an impact. Click here to donate now.
Digging In: Construction Update
Digging In: Construction Update
November 1, 2018
Lots of excitement at the mill this week, with Doug, Paul, and Austin arriving from Michigan to install the wood planking on the first level platform and the ramp that goes behind the mural. These guys have now joined the club of subs who have had to work around the HVAC ducts and giant beams, all three showing great skill and the requisite sense of humor necessary on this project. Just incredible to get a chance to walk up on this level and admire the terrific craftsmanship these guys have brought to the job.
Digging In: Construction Update
Digging In: Construction Update
October 27, 2018
Lots of excitement at the mill this week, with Doug, Paul, and Austin arriving from Michigan to install the wood planking on the first level platform and the ramp that goes behind the mural. These guys have now joined the club of subs who have had to work around the HVAC ducts and giant beams, all three showing great skill and the requisite sense of humor necessary on this project. Just incredible to get a chance to walk up on this level and admire the terrific craftsmanship these guys have brought to the job.
Art at Work: Education Programs
Art at Work: Education Programs
October 24, 2018
Welcome our newest education intern, Nolyn! He is assisting with the CHAMPSafter-school program at AMP, helping the kids enjoy and learn new ways of thinking about music and art. He loves working with kids and is a great help with homework, particularly math. Currently a student at Northwest Connecticut Community College, he’s a hard worker, a great goal setter, and hopes to own his own business in the future. When he’s not at AMP, he loves to draw and doodle clothing ideas, and he’s an avid singer.
AMPed Up at the Art House
AMPed Up at the Art House
October 19, 2018
Another big moment in AMP's history: office space! With desks, chairs, meeting space, staff, and incredible views of the mill next door.
Building up and Raising Funds: Art of Work Gala
Building up and Raising Funds: Art of Work Gala
September 30, 2018
Oh, what a night! AMP's 3rd annual Art of Work Gala was a huge success. Everyone loved seeing the newly renovated building, the massive armature just waiting for the mural to be affixed, and the incredible height of the space. Delicious food by Spice Catering, beautiful music by players from the Hartford Symphony Orchestra, the opportunity to help paint "A M P" benches, and extraordinary “art in motion” video projections by Joe Wheaton all contributed to an evening full of appreciation for what’s been accomplished and anticipation for what’s to come. Special thanks to our corporate sponsors, Newman’s Own Foundation and Scope Construction Company, Inc. Click here for View more photos.
