Discover the bold, vibrant art of Reggie Laurent! In this hands-on program, kids will explore Laurent's unique style through colors, shapes, and patterns, then create their own artwork inspired by his techniques.
Step into the vibrant, abstract world of artist Reggie Laurent - known for his bold use of color, layered shapes, and captivating patterns, Laurent's art brings joy and energy to all who see it.
In this program, kids will dive into his unique style, learning how he combines colors and forms to create mesmerizing works. Then, they’ll get a chance to make their own Laurent-inspired masterpiece!
AGE GROUP: | Pre-teens ages 9-12 | Kids ages 6-8 |
EVENT TYPE: | Literature & Language | History & Genealogy | Arts/Crafts |
TAGS: | BlackHistoryMonth |
The Hillary Rodham Clinton Children’s Library & Learning Center includes a computer lab with fourteen computers, teaching kitchen, large activity area, individual and group study rooms, theater, and community room in addition to a collection of more than 21,000 books, DVDs, and CDs.
In the 165-seat theater, children can experience all aspects of theater, including designing and building sets, writing plays, acting, and costume design. The state-of-the-art sound system, lighting, and projection screens is also be used for movies, concerts, and lectures.
The Children’s Library’s grounds are integral to the entire facility’s program. A greenhouse and teaching garden helps children learn about growing healthy foods as well as provide produce that are used in the teaching kitchen programs. The grounds reflect the topography of Arkansas’s ecosystems, from the native hardwood trees in the highlands to vegetation of the wetland areas, which are both planted and original to the site. Walking paths offer families an attractive place for exercise while learning the names of the trees and plants, and an amphitheater has seating for outdoor programs or nature watching.