Inspired by a movie documenting artists’ attempts to salvage recyclable materials from a landfill for art, the students decided that they wanted to create a tribute to Bradley while using recycled medium.
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The boxer was both impressed and flattered when he saw the end result.
“It took these students a lot of time and effort to create this. This isn’t just drawing a picture,” Bradley said. “And for it to be made completely out of recycled stuff, that’s just awesome.”
Though getting the looks of the boxer just right was difficult, especially given the tricky medium, students were more than up for the challenge.
“This project shows students that if you are creative, you can make art literally out of anything,” said Louisa Castrodale, the school district’s visual and performing arts specialist. “And it doesn’t have to last forever to make an impact.”
Enroll in a class on making murals to delve into all of the wonderfully exciting possibilities of making your own lasting art. Students will explore unique mediums in making murals, such as recyclable materials, paint, and mosaics. Mosaic murals could be constructed from paper, paint samples, glass tiles, beads, metal, fabric, and more. The only limitations are the limitations of the students’ imaginations. Students will also gain valuable experience in translating ideas on paper to actual large surfaces for the murals. Once basic knowledge is established, all students will be able to choose the direction of their interests in murals.