Idaho Commission on the Arts
Kevin Fitzpatrick • Communication Specialist
Bridging technical systems with community access
A future depending less on becoming a “better artist” and more on becoming a visible organizer of human potential through creativity.
Ernest Hemingway Elementary • Ketchum, ID
‘S.T.E.A.M.’ School Collaborative Mural
The 5th-Grade class wanted a mural in the office at Hemingway as a gift to the school.
Hemingway Elementary School had just become officially certified in Steam Education with the addition of "Art" education by Cognia Stem Certification and needed the logo included in the design.
Intentionally painting the 5th Garders' fingerprints left their piece of history behind for future generations.
- Budget: $5,000
- Estimated: $2,500 - $3,000
- Final Cost: $2,790
- Sponsored by Hemingway's PTA
- Artwork granted by committee
- Entire 5th Grade class partcipation
- W-9 Required
"We like the idea of having the 5th graders help with painting. Everyone is loving seeing this come to life."
- Steph Greenawalt (PTA)
"5th grade students can paint the mural from 1:40-2:20pm. Thanks!"
- Sarah Stavros (Secretary) on the second to last day of school.
"It looks FANTASTIC!!!!"
- Tish Short (Pincipal)
Giraffe Laugh (Grant St.) • Boise, ID
Brand Identity + Collaborative Mural
The director of Giraffe Laugh (Grant St.) wants a mural on the south side of their facility facing a Boise Micro-Park, celebrating the youth that inhabit this urban space.
The Giraffe Laugh branding was recently overhauled by Claire Ternes, Design Engineer and Project Manager with Trademark Creative Studio in Boise. She had dedicated a mural to their new Franklin St. facility, but it was never realized.
I reached out to Claire and the Trademark team to utilize her graphics to develop a collaborative mural, painted by the staff and children from the pre-school.
Design Challenge: To deliver a piece of art, not an advertisement.
Pre-Planning
Honoring an artist's work in the precisely measured space given.
Artist's Sketches
Setting intentions for pre-approved design and branding elements.
Proposed Mural (Franklin St.)
Juno Arts in collaboration with Boise Rock School • Boise, ID
"Band to Brand" Graphic Design Workshop: Creating a Merch Table
Learn the art and business of band merchandise creation.
From designing eye-catching band graphics to setting up a profitable merch table. Develop design skills, build a portfolio, and experience selling your work at a live show.
Arts Education
This program empowers young creatives to become innovative entrepreneurs.
By merging art and business, we will equip students with the skills to build strong brand identities for Boise Rock School bands. Through hands-on projects, students will develop a comprehensive understanding of graphic design, marketing, and basic sales.
Course
- Class: 6 Students, ages 12-18 (middle to high school)
- Budget: labor, supplies, products
- Supplies: Sketchbooks, Pencils, Pens, Markers, Ink, Cutting Board, Ruler, Computers, Tablets, Paper, T-Shirts, Stickers
- Skills: Analog or Digital Art experience is welcome but not mandatory
Approach
- Hands-on Learning: Emphasize practical exercises and experimentation.
- Visual Learning: Use examples and demonstrations to explain design concepts.
- Collaborative Projects: Encourage teamwork and peer feedback.
- Age-Appropriate Tools: User-friendly design software or apps.
Challenges
- Attention Span: Keep projects engaging and varied to maintain focus.
- Technical Skills: Provide clear instructions and support for using design tools.
- Critical Thinking: Encourage students to analyze and evaluate their designs.
Honorable Mentions
OCHI Gallery & Gail Severn Gallery
Art Database Management & Modernization
Coordinating complex back-end information and making it highly organized and functional—a massive asset for handling global business, sales, insurance procedures and investor relations.
UX Design & Research Project
'Aisle Guide' App
A mobile device solution that improves the in-person shopping experience for individuals who are blind or visually impaired to achieve safety, independence and confident shopping. This app utilizes technologies such as interior position tools, image recognition, smart list creation and AI voice assistance.
UX Design utilizing Figma
Messaging, Color Palettes, User Functionality, Functional Testing
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