The purpose of this art program is to challenge, teach and instruct young minds on the basic concepts of line, based on Alexander Calder’s wire sculptures. Once the activities jump from two dimensional line and shape to three-dimensional form, space and form, also become an important part of the program that consists in 7 lessons. The students start by exploring the contour line and its characteristics. They experiment with gesture and contour drawing, learn translation of a two-dimensional idea into a three dimensional form, to finally transfer what they have learned into a three-dimensional wire sculpture.

This program serves to inspire and to promote the importance of art teaching in high schools. Students develop their creative thinking talents and vision. At the end of the program, students present their sculptures in a “When Art Gets Wired” art show. Parents, teachers, administrators, and the community are invited and have the opportunity to view and admire, up to 175 pieces of art, ranging from mobiles to figure sculptures, realism to abstraction, simple, contour sculpture to complex, massive forms.

The OOK Art Institute & Foundation, knowing the vital classroom role teachers play in mentoring students, and nurturing their creative talents, is proud to once again support the efforts & labors of Mrs. Lori Trussler Emmington, a dedicated, devoted teacher, and wishes to nominate her as “teacher of the year 2002”

Mrs. Lori Trussler Emmington’s love for the art is evident:

• She encourages students to express their ideas through art
• Gives her time and energy to her students and cares about their academic
  and personal development
• She is a personal and professional model for others to follow, and contributes
  positively with her community