ART with MEYERS: EmmaMae Sytsema Receives Art Scholarship

Monday, June 20, 2016

EmmaMae Sytsema Receives Art Scholarship

Congratulations to EmmaMae Sytsema for receiving a scholarship to take a course of her choice at Peter's Valley School of Craft in Layton, NJ. EmmaMae chose to take a course in sculptural wood carving instructed by NYC Philosophy professor and artist Steph Rocknak. This is what EmmaMae created during her time there.

'Hand Carved' by EmmaMae Sytsema

The Power of Art Education

All children, not only those with specific artistic talent, benefit from an education in the arts. The arts are, in themselves, a vital part of a comprehensive education. Current research suggests that young people who participate in the arts acquire skills that help them in decision making, problem solving, critical thinking, and teamwork. The arts also help motivate children to learn and achieve stronger results in core academic subjects. For some children, the arts even provide the impetus to stay in school and find their way to contribute to society. Creative thinking and art education challenge students to utilize the right-hemisphere of the brain more often, resulting in more holistic thinking and intuitive learning.