Here at the IBT studios we have a strong emphasis for art in all forms. One unique aspect of our studios is the opportunity we have to display art. Starting in 2011 in our new studios, we joined the Ogden City Arts First Friday Art Stroll. As part of the Art Stroll, we have had the chance to have original artwork displayed by very talented local artists. Each month, a different artist or artists bring pieces to display in our lobby-turned-gallery, studios, and hallways. Dancers, parents, and visitors are treated each month to a different showcase of art: paintings, illustrations, photography, and many other forms of framed work have made their home at IBT this year.
Last night being the first Friday in September, we welcomed Meagan and Michelle Montierth to the studio. Michelle brings intricate and detailed watercolors of flowers and plants interspersed with poetic text backgrounds and borders. Her daughter, Meagan, shows her photography skills with pictures of antiqued and rustic architecture and the colorful scene that was IBT’s spring performance of “The Secret Garden.” The studio was full of patrons of the arts as guests viewed the gallery, as well as the IBT rehearsal going on in Studio 1 as we prepare for the October 15th performance.
To further our art programs, as part of the Summer 2011 Music, Art, and Dance class for 5-10 year olds, students at Imagine Ballet Theatre had the unique opportunity to “branch out” into other areas of the arts. Our Music, Art, and Dance students loved it! Their classes were themed around everything faeries and the classic story of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” As the dancers learned more about other aspects of art, we saw them realize how vital these other art forms are in relation to dance. As they created their own art, we also saw their emerging gifts and talents show themselves in another medium.
We were so excited about their excitement for art class that we are starting an art class for the 5-10 year old age group. Saturday mornings our “little ones” can participate in both a dance class (Pre-Ballet or Movement & Music) and then continue on to an art class especially for them. Enrollment is still open, so bring your little dancer, painter, and inspiring artist in for a unique and cultural experience at the studio!
