Three classes of 20 kids each + 5 days of painting workshops = 1,000 paintings!

It’s so rewarding to see other people get excited by Brush Fire! I’d be lying if I said I didn’t appreciate the positive feedback. And I like sharing it with you too! Here’s what the teachers at the Tenderloin Community School had to say about our collaboration with their students and Lick-Wilmerding High:

“I had no idea how great it would be…Students were allowed to paint freely and without reservation as much as they pleased with quality materials….It is rare in the everyday school setting that students are allowed to express creativity with the purpose of self-exploration…. Painting several days in succession seems to strengthen students love of painting. I was wondering if the activity would be sustainable over a period of days and the kids just wanted to keep on going. Also, the paper; what a wonderful luxury it is: so nice and big!

….Adults learned to let the kids express them selves without giving feedback but instead asking questions in order to find out the students intent. This method is exceptional for building a vocabulary of self expression. I love love love every thing about it!!… Thank you for bringing us your amazing program.” – Barbara Sizelove, Kindergarten Teacher

“Our class looked forward to each and every session with you … the big draw was the doing of “art,” and a close second was the medium used throughout this project. … the conversations I was privy to were priceless and real. My students were able to let their guards down and enjoy the moment. Aside from the fact that this project was a fantastic way to end the school year, I know this experience will be one of the few things, that many years from now, the children will actually remember from 3rd grade. It was a pleasure working with you.” – Stacy Joe, Third grade teacher