Youth Arts Day & Music Fest

Deadline: February 12th for Student Submissions

2010 Clean-Up & Green-Up Poster Contest

Wonderful Scholarship Opportunity for High School Senior involved in the arts!!

Deadline: February 1, 2010

Arts for Life! ScholarshipThe Foundation for Excellence in Education is accepting applications for the Arts for Life! scholarship from graduating high school seniors for their outstanding achievement in the arts. To be considered for the scholarship, public, private or home education program students must submit a completed application, a brief essay explaining “How the arts have positively influenced my life,” and a sample of their work in creative writing, dance, drama, music or visual arts. Each of the 25 winners will receive a $1,000 cash scholarship toward their pursuit of the arts in higher education, and have an opportunity to showcase their arts discipline through performance and exhibition at a luncheon in their honor. The deadline to submit an application is Feb. 1, 2010. Contact the Foundation for Excellence in Education at (850) 391-4090 or visit http://www.excelined.org/ for more information.

Participation in the Cultural Passport Program

On behalf of Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho, Superintendent of Schools:

Congratulations! Felix Varela and feeder pattern have been selected to pilot the Cultural Passport Program, a new educational initiative which will provide all students, grades K-12, with a different cultural field experience each school year. Every student will visit museums and art galleries, and experience live musical, theatrical, and dance performances throughout the course of their education. To ensure a well-rounded experience for all students, a different cultural theme or focus will be designated for each grade level; e.g., music, theatre, art, dance.

Art Basel Reflection by Sasha Perez

This year was my first time attending Art Basel and surely it will not be my last. I enjoyed so much all the different types of works I saw. I was almost like a child on Christmas morning, just waiting to be surprised by the next present I opened. Anything and everything a person could possibly think of, was in Art Basel. It was even like a maze you coulnd't help but get lost into, one second you were walking and seeing the work of Botero, and then the next-Warhol. Especially seeing an actual Andy Warhol piece was absolutely like being in heaven-maybe not quite. Some artist even surprised me with their works, showing ideas many would probalby not even think of using in a piece of art. It was great learning experience, one that I will take with me and learn from. Now all I can do is wait and get ready to be blown away by the next Art Basel. Woohoo!

-Sasha Perez, 12th grade

VIPER wins at Orange Bowl FedEx Contest

Dillon Shah, student at Felix Varela senior High School is the GRAND PRIZE WINNER of the Orange Bowl Creative Arts Contest. Dillon has won a $1,000 Savings Bond, two tickets to the 2010 FedEx Orange Bowl game at land Shark Stadium, recognition during on-field presentation at the 2010 Orange Bowl and FREE Burritos from Chipolte Grill for one year.

The artwork will be featured in a full page ad in the FedEx Orange Bowl game program !

Congrats to Dillon and the Visual Arts department

GO VIPERS !!!!!

Art Basel Experience by Karla Martinez

My experience at Art Basel was like no other, it taught me a lot about the art world and what it is they are looking for. It taught me to limit myself less and be more free and creative with my own artwork. It definitely pushed me to work harder and not give up my dream to pursue a career in the arts. Art Basel was the first art exhibition I had attended and honestly I wouldn’t have wanted it any other way, they had a variety of different things to see. Some were simple but still great in their own way while others were complex and just overwhelming. I am definitely looking forward for Art Basel next year; it is an event I will not miss and really can’t wait.

-Karla Martinez, 12th grade

Art Basel Reflection

My Experience at the Art Basel was one of the most thrilling experiences. As soon as I walked into the exhibit I became very intrigued and anxious to get to the artwork and the famous pieces. I was very lucky to see an Andy Warhol piece hanging in one of the galleries. Many of the Art pieces made me very curious of what the artist was thinking when they were in the process of making it. I liked the diversity of all the pieces in the museum. Most of the pieces inspired me to really practice more of my art work and I got numerous ideas from all of the artwork. I truly enjoyed my visit at the Art Basel and plan on going next year as well.

- Sayleen 12th grade

Dali Museum Field Trip...

On Thursday, January 28, 2010, Felix Varela Art Appreciation, Art Club and 4th year art students will be venturing to St. Petersburg, FL to the Dali Museum. Cost per student is $28. Please remember to turn in your payment with your signed field trip form to Mrs. Haibi Figuera in room 327.

The museum has asked the students to please abide by the following rules:

? Group tours are not private. We cannot prevent members of the general public from joining.
? One volunteer docent will be scheduled per group. Your docent can only be guaranteed at the scheduled tour time indicated .

? Group tours consist of 10 or more students. Groups of 50 or more will be given a lower gallery tour lasting 30-45 minutes.
? Food, Beverages, and Backpacks are not allowed in the museum. They must be left in your bus or vehicle.
? All cell phones must be turned off while in the gallery.

Please feel free to visit the Dali Museum web site: http://www.salvadordalimuseum.org/

Art Basel Reflection by Kristina Camara

I recently had the priveledge of attending Art Basel at the Miami Beach Convention Center, and it was an extremely inspiring experience to say the least. Before I even got to see any of the pieces, I made sure to keep an open mind about what I was soon to be exposed to. I was surprised to discover the many different forms of media and drastic varieties the artists used to create their pieces -- although most artists stuck to one media throughout their compliations, there was no monotony whatsoever throughout the entire exhibition. From elaborate 3-D pieces of artwork that consisted of things such as moving, talking and singing heads to a compilation of random work such as organized scribbles and scratchwork, nothing I laid eyes upon was underestimated or undervalued. The creativity within the walls of Art Basel was overwhelming; aside from feeling inspired, I was actually rather disappointed that I wasn't allowed to bring neither a sketchbook or camera to keep the artwork I had admired in something other than just my memory.
Visiting Art Basel made me desire nothing more than to grow as an artist. With new ideas in mind, I have gained the realization that potential for artwork lies is any form of creation: as long as I consider it complete, it could be considered "art," even if only in my own eyes.

-Kristina Camara, 12th grade

Computer Art

Alexandra Soto
11th grade
Computer Art

Medium: Photoshop

Title: "Illustrated Quote"




Carlos Perez
11th grade
Computer Art
Title: "Vortex"
Date: 10/2009

Art Basel Reflection by Zeny Blanco

The Art Basel was a magnificent experience. All my life I’ve studied artists that seemed untouchable. The Art Basel felt like witnessing magic. Every artist that I admired was present there through their work. Ana Wilkes, Monica Bonvicini, Liu Ye, and many other artists’ work was displayed in the enormous Miami Beach Convention Center. My trip to the Art Basel was a culturally enriching event and I am very grateful that I got to go.

-Zeny Blanco, 12th grade
zenyblanco@gmail.com

THE APPLICATION PROCESS FOR THE FLORIDA BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIP IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE

Seniors:
FAFSA application will be available as of January 1st. You and your parents may now request a PIN, which will be needed in order to complete and process the FAFSA. The PIN may be requested at: http://www.pin.ed.gov

All seniors should complete the Student Florida Financial Aid Application after December 1st. This application includes Bright Futures and other state scholarships and grants. Application is available at https://mail.dadeschools.net/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/. By completing this application, students may qualify to one or more of the programs listed below.

You must submit a completed application during your last year in high school (after December 1st and prior to graduation). You must apply during your last year in high school, before graduation, or you will forfeit all future eligibility for a Bright Futures Scholarship. To apply online, select “State Grants, Scholarships & Applications” and click on Student Application.”

Programs Offered
Access to Better Learning and Education Grant Program

Cost of Attendance and Adult Norm-Referenced Disability Testing

Critical Teacher Shortage Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Critical Teacher Shortage Tuition Reimbursement Program

Ethics In Business Scholarship Program

Federal Academic Competitiveness Grant

First Generation Matching Grant Program

Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program

NEW - Florida Public Postsecondary Career Education Student Assistance Grant Program

Florida Resident Access Grant Program

Florida Student Assistance Grant Program

Florida Work Experience Program

José Martí Scholarship Challenge Grant Fund

Mary McLeod Bethune Scholarship Program

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program

Rosewood Family Scholarship Program

Scholarships for Children and Spouses of Deceased or Disabled Veterans and Service members

Talented Twenty Program

2009 Florida Legislative Changes
1. Students are NOT REQUIRED to enroll full-time to receive Bright Futures funding.
a. However, full-time students must earn 24 semester hours (or the equivalent) per academic year
b. Students who do not earn the required hours at the end of the 2009-10 academic year and thereafter may restore for subsequent academic years
2. Students MAY enroll part-time and receive Bright Futures funding.
a. Part-time students must enroll in a minimum of 6 hours per term (or the equivalent)
b. Part-time students must earn the required number of hours for which they were funded; see chart at www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org/ssfad/bf/renewrequiredhrs.htm
3. Students must refund to their institution the cost of any dropped or withdrawn Bright Futures funded course.
4. Students will receive a flat cost per credit hour award during the 2009-10 academic year. Link here for the 2009-10 Bright Futures award amounts.
5. Florida Academic Scholars will not receive a college-related expense allowance for 2009-10.
6. Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars may no longer renew to Florida Medallion Scholars and may only receive funding for a total of 90 semester hours (or the equivalent).

Art Basel 2009 Guide

For those of you interested in attending Art Basel this weekend, SocialMiami.com and MAG Miami Art Guide, has made it very easy for you to go out by breaking up the events into sections and dates. Just click on the link below to see what is happening around town this weekend at Art Basel!

SocialMiami.com:
http://www.socialmiami.com/articles/Art-Basel-Miami-Beach.asp

MAG:
http://www.miamiartguide.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=2516:art-basel-miami-beach-2009&catid=929&Itemid=100105

INTERNATIONAL ART BASEL MIAMI/ CARIBBEAN CANVAS: OPENING MULTITUDES-

Student Admission Discount - Art Basel 2009

This year Culture Shock Miami is giving students 13-22 Art Basel vouchers for $5. The regular price for students is $20

Here is the link:
http://www.ticketmaster.com/search?tm_link=tm_homeA_header_search&q=cultureshock%20miami%20art%20basel&search.x=0&search.y=0

They just have to show their student ID when they pick them up at the box office. Thought this might be something you want to share with your classes or any interested students.

Here is the link to the Art Basel website:

http://www.artbaselmiamibeach.com/go/id/ss/

VSA arts Announces International Collaborative Art Project

Deadline: February 5, 2010

Get out your art supplies and join people from around the world in a collaborative art project that will get us all thinking about disability. VSA arts is taking a creative approach to investigate how many ways people will interpret the same word. Create a visual representation of your experiences, impressions, and perceptions of disability on a printable postcard template and send it back to us. A selection of postcards received will be featured at the 2010 International VSA arts Festival in June.

This opportunity is open to everyone. We’re looking to involve people of different cultures, ethnicities, geographic locations, and abilities. You do not have to consider yourself an “artist” to participate. For additional information on this project and to download the postcard template, please visit www.vsarts.org/postcardproject.

Please send all postcards to:

Wendy Finklea
VSA arts of Florida
3500 E. Fletcher Ave.
Tampa, Florida 33613
wfinklea@coedu.usf.edu
813-558-5093

The Public Works...

LA artist Shepard Fairey in conjunction with Country Club, will present The Public Works – a large-scale public installation for this weekend’s Art Basel Miami. Shepard will transform an array of shipping containers on an empty lot in the city’s Wynwood district into a must-see urban mural. Public Works will be availble for viewing from December 3rd through the sixth, Dawn til Dusk. There will be an artist reception on Friday, December 4th from 10 AM to Noon at the installation site.

Mad About Miami: Artist Shepard Fairey is Coming Back for Basel By John Hood in Mad About Miami

Shepard Fairey, the man responsible for iconic imagery such as "Obey Giant" and Obama's "Hope" poster, made quite a splash during last year's Art Basel, especially when he got on the decks at The Red Room. And as the LA imagist tells New Times, this year his presence is sure to splash even larger.

We caught up with one of the art world's busiest operative on the eve of the release of Art for Obama: Designing Manifest Hope and the Campaign for Change (Abrams $22.50), a collection of some of the best art work done on behalf of our current president before he became so. The book, which Fairey co-curated with Evolutionary Media Group's Jennifer Gross, follows loosely on the heels of the 20th anniversary deluxe hardcover edition of his own OBEY: Supply & Demand (Gingko Press $59.95), a five-and-a-half pound retrospective that spans the man's entire career to date.

But we're here to hear about the MIA, and this is what Fairey had to say on that subject:

New Times: Wasn't that you spinning at the Shore Club during last year's Art Basel?

Shepard: Yeah, I was there. I deejayed at the Red Room.

Right. That was great. I only stayed for about 15-20 minutes it was so packed. Are you coming back this year?

Yeah, I'll be back. I'm going to be doing some murals and working with Jeffrey Deitch.

Great. Do you know where you're going to have an event this year?

I know he's doing something in the Wynwood District. There's going to be sort of an outdoor mural project. I'm also going to work with the Primary Flight guys who did some of the murals last year. So, I'll be involved in a couple projects, but I'm not 100 percent sure. But, I'm sure as it gets closer if I'm doing anything I'll post it on my website.

What do you think of Basel by the way?

I think it's a blast. There's always a lot of good art to see. People from all over the world that I might not run into otherwise. And there are always a lot of good parties. For me, it's a great all around experience. It's exhausting and overstimulating, but it's a lot of fun. I'm not there just to try to make connections and sell art. I'm there for the overall experience. So, I don't really mind that it's kind of a circus.

Actually, that's probably the most fun about it. Was last year your first Basel or had you been here before?

No, that was my third one. I came in 2006 or 2005.

And so you like Miami, I presume? Yeah I do. I like Miami. Do you have a favorite spot?

Yeah. I stayed at the Mondrian and it is beautifully designed. I did some art for the Morgans Hotel Group, so I got the hook up. Nice spot.

Web source:http://blogs.miaminewtimes.com/crossfade/2009/10/artist_shepard_fairey_is_comin.php

My experience at the Rubell Contemporary art museum by Lauren Mercado

My experience at the Rubell Contemporary art museum was amazing especially meeting Mera Rubell herself. The Museum was inspiring with the variety of contemporary art by various artists. It was great experiencing everything also being in the presence of so many artists great sketchbooks like Keith Harring. It was truly a breath taking experience.

- Lauren Mercado, 11th

Photographs of Art Club students at Museum:

Rubell Family Collection Field Trip

On November 18, 2009, Felix Varela Art Club students attended the Rubell Family Collection to meet and greet owner and art collector Mera Rubell in addition to a spectacular accumulation of artwork.

"Inside Our Process Rubell Family
We only show art we own. That is a founding principle of the Rubell Family Collection, a principle that gives us tremendous freedom and enormous constraints. When we set out to conceptualize a new exhibition, we know we will only get the depth and quality we seek if we already have a strong foundation of works by a core group of artists. Once the exhibition is determined, we then collect into it, buying works that we consider essential right up to the closing date for the catalogue, just one month before the opening of the show..." http://rfc.museum/

Art I Basel I Miami Beach I 3-6 I 12 I 09

Felix Varela Art students have the distinct honor of attending Art Basel 2009 at Miami Beach this coming Thursday, December 3rd.

Varela arts students from various art classes will be attending the most prestigious art show worldwide for the past 40 years. Art Basel Miami Beach combines an international selection of top galleries with an exciting program of special exhibitions, parties and crossover events featuring music, film, architecture and design. Exhibition sites are located in the city's beautiful Art Deco District, within walking distance of the beach and many hotels.

Art Basel Miami Beach is the most important art show in the United States, a cultural and social highlight for the Americas and sister event of Switzerland's Art Basel!

Rules and Regulations:

• There must be one chaperone per group of 10 students
• Cameras will not be permitted at the fair and should be left at home or deposited at the coat check at Info Zone B. Only accredited journalists are allowed to take pictures at the fair.
• Backpacks and book bags will not be permitted at the fair and shold be left at home or deposited at the coat check at Info Zone B. Backpacks and book bags could easily hit against an artwork and thereby pose a threat.
• Sketch pads are not allowed in teh exhibition halls. Students are not permitted to sketch works as they would obstruct the visitor flow.
• No touch policy! Students must be carefully supervised and instructed never to touch the artwork.
• Students should be mindful of other visitors and keep their voices to a respectable volume;
• There is no running or playing permitted at the fair.

MDCPS Award of Distinction Mystical Imagery Exhibition

Mystical Imagery Exhibitors 2009: Awards of Distinction in Ceramics


Artist: Meylin Rojas
Title: Take Advantage of the Time Given
Medium: Ceramic, wood, glue gun, sand
Size: 10" X 18"
Date: October 2009
Email: rojasmeylin@gmail.com












Artist: Randol Martinez
Title: Untitled
Medium: Mix Media
Size: 12" X 18"
Date: October 2009












Artist: Natacha Montoya
Title: Untitled
Material: Mix Media
Size: 24" X 18"
Date: October 2009












Artist: Michelle Diaz
Title: Untitled
Material: Clay
Size: 12" X 12"
Date: October 2009

Art and Photography Club giving back to the community during Thanksgiving

Every year at Felix Varela all the clubs participate in giving back to the community during Thanksgiving to those who are in need. Art and Photography Club worked together to make a bright, cheerful basket that was given to a family down in Perrine, Florida. "So much effort was put into these baskets, just knowing that we were able to help a family in need is a rewarding feeling" said Zeny Blanco, Photography Club.

Mystical Imagery Exhibitors

Chris perez
11th grade
Computer art
Title: “Right vs Left”

Nancy Gordillo

12th grade

Ceramics

Title: Untitled

Email: pattyg_12@hotmail.com

Brina's Spell by Sebastian Rayo

I usually base my art on abstract images, vectors, and sport wallpapers. I was assigned to create a witch for my computer art class. At the beginning I was baffled because I had never tried something like that before. Once I started making "Brina's Spell." I thought of it as a normal assignment. As I worked on it I put to use almost everything I knew to make it look as strong as possible. Everything came from my imagination. All I thought of was to make it look different from any other assignments I've done, Something that would express my talent but in a different style. sebasrayo9@hotmail.com

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY

SCHOLARSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE FOR GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS

Application Deadline: February 16, 2010

MIAMI - Local Hispanic and African-American graduating high school seniors can now find their road to success with Ronald McDonald House Charities/Hispanic American Commitment to Educational Resources (RMHC/HACER) and the RMHC/African-American Future Achievers scholarship programs. Additionally, we will offer two scholarships to outstanding students regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, disability or national origin.

A total of 20 scholarships will be awarded in 2010. Scholarship awards are $2,000 each and are designated for graduating high school seniors. Also, through the support of the McDonald’s Hispanic Operator Association four RMHC/HACER national scholarships will be awarded. These new awards will be awarded to four students selected from the national pool of RMHC/HACER applicants. Each scholarship will total $100,000 payable over 4 years.

Applications are now available on-line at http://www.rmhc.com/. Password is RMHC. The application deadline is February 16, 2010.

Eligible candidates must meet the following criteria:
§ RMHC/HACER Scholarship: Must have at least one parent of Hispanic origin
§ RMHC/Future Achievers Scholarship: Must have at least one parent of African-American origin or Black Caribbean heritage
§ RMHC/Scholars: ALL Students may apply regardless of ethnic heritage. Note: Asian, African American and Hispanic students are welcome to apply for the RMHC Scholars program provided they have not applied for one of the two scholarship programs listed above.
§ Must be a legal US resident
§ Must be eligible to enroll and attend an institution of higher education or a vocational/technical school
§ Plan to enroll at an accredited post-secondary education institution during the academic year following their graduation
§ Required to have a 2.7 minimum GPA
§ Reside in Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward, West Palm Beach Counties and Treasure Coast
Recipients are selected based on academic achievement, financial need, community service, and, personal qualities and strengths as portrayed in a required essay.
RMHC/HACER and Future Achievers are scholarship programs of Ronald McDonald House Charities global office and its U.S. Chapters, and are supported by McDonald’s Owners/Operators and McDonald’s Corporation.

About Ronald McDonald House CharitiesSince 1981, Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC)Ò of South Florida has been dedicated to helping local children live happier, healthier and more productive lives by supporting health care and medical research programs, education and the arts, and civic and social programs. Its cornerstone program, the Ronald McDonald House®, provides a “home away from home” for families with ill children receiving treatment at nearby pediatric medical facilities in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. RMHC of South Florida also awards grants to local not-for-profit organizations serving children through a portion of donations from McDonald’s customers and Global Ronald McDonald House Charities matching grants.

Award winners for Mystical Imagery Exhibition

Please help the Visual Arts Department in congratulating the following students for receiving the M-DCPS Award of Distinction for Art at the Mystical Imagery Exhibition:

Ceramics:
Yadezi Abreu
Michelle Diaz
Bianca Khan
Randol Martinez
Natacha Montoya
Meylin Rojas
Maia Verano

Computer Art:
Sebastian Rayo
11th grade
Digital art/photoshop
Title: “Brina’s Spell”




The award ceremony takes place Nov. 19th at 6PM.
801 Studios located at:
The Jose Marti Building
801 SW 3rd Avenue
Miami, Florida

Art Abilities Exhibition

This design competition is open to all M-DCPS students through the school art teacher. Each art teacher may submit designs for final consideration by the ArtAbilities Committee of the Mailman Center.

GUIDELINES:

1) Miami is one of the most diverse cities in the United States. We want the student artists to depict aspects of their culture (or someone else’s) about which they are most enamored. The work may draw upon legends or fables from their family’s country of origin. For example, a student may draw poinsettias which they may relate to The Legend of the Poinsettia. They may depict animals from fables from the Mayan culture such as the story of the deer and the jaguar. Also, they may draw pictures or construct a painting of individuals in their culture’s history who have been influential such as Toussaint Louventure or numerous North American healers of African ancestry such as Daniel Hale Williams, M.D. or Charles Drew, M.D.

2) All designs must be the original work of the student. No reproductions of existing illustrations, copyrighted materials, or the work of others may be submitted.

3) Any 2-D or 3-D low-tech art installation is accepted. There is no limit on the number of colors used in the design.

4) Text or lettering may be used as a part of the composition.

5) Designs may be in a horizontal or vertical format. There is no size restriction.

6) All submissions should have identification information printed clearly on the back of the artwork. The identification information must include: name of the student, student grade, name of the school, name of the art teacher, contact telephone number, contact e-mail, artist statement and title of the artwork. (See attached form)

All submissions are due to the Art Education Program no later than March 5, 2010.
Address the submissions to:
9607/316
Art Education Program
ArtAbilities Collection Competition

The Mailman Center committee will judge the submissions based upon the following criteria:

• Design: A unified composition reflecting the effective use of the elements of art and principles of design.


• Media: The effective use of the selected techniques and materials.


• Expressive Content: Original and creative interpretation of the stated theme.

ART AWARDS: Each recipient of the award will receive a $30.00 cash prize. Two $75.00 awards for outstanding artwork in the following categories: 5-12 years of age; 13-21 years of age.

Parent or guardian of each child must complete the Art Work Authorization Form. This form transfers all rights in and to the art work, including ownership and copyrights, to the University of Miami. The art work shall become the property of the University of Miami upon submission to be used in such manner and for such purpose as the University deems appropriate. Please make sure that students, parents and teachers understand that once the artwork has been submitted to the Department of Pediatrics, it belongs to the University of Miami and will not be returned (Please see your instructor for atuhorization form).

Hard at work...

After a long day of being creative, sometimes students "Take a 5", meaning that they take a little break between vigorous hours of coming up with innovative ideas for their next masterpieces. Here we see a student showing us exactly how "Taking a 5" has gone to an extreme.

The Viper Vox Vipera has extended their deadline...

The Viper Vox Vipera is still accepting art submissions for this year's publication. Interested students may pick up a submission form from Ms. Ortega in room 208.

Submission Deadline Extension: Friday, November 20, 2009

Submission Guidelines:
·All mediums will be considered for either the printed magazine or the DVD - art, dance, film, music clips, paintings, photography, poetry, prose, sculpture (pictures of), etc. If the category you wish to enter is not listed on the submission form, please contact Mrs. Garcia for further instructions (Rm. 229)
· As stated below, all pieces are judged anonymously· Pictures of sculpture/s should be clear and crisp; please provide photos of at least four different angles: front, side, aerial and a fourth from an angle of your choosing.
· Students may submit up to ten pieces in total, but may submit in more than one category—Note: only the best of your pieces will be displayed in the magazine, and we may not be able to display all of them due to space.
· Video clips of film, dance, or music should be no more than five minutes in length

Art Club Wins Hall Decorating Contest

This being our 10 year anniversary, Felix Varela played John A. Ferguson for our Homecoming game on Friday, November 6, 2009, students from Varela were involved in many activities during the past week.

Friday, October 31, 2009, was the beginning of Homecoming week with Hall decorating from all the clubs around the school. Art Club decorated the art hallway, wing 300-307, using the theme, "Camp Varela". Art Club won overall Hall Decoration for the entire school.

CONGRATS to the Art Club!

Massachusetts and Ringling come to Varela

Students and teachers:

Massachusetts College of Art will visiting the art department on Monday, December 7 at 8AM in room 308. On Wednesday, December 9 from 12:30-2:30PM Ringling School of Art and Design will visiting in room 308.

If you would like to attend, please arrange with Dan Dawes, room 308.

Scholarship Opportunity from The Hispanic Heritage Foundation and Colgate-Palmolive Company

Scholarship opportunity from The Hispanic Heritage Foundation and Colgate-Palmolive Company.

You could win:
(1) Grand Prize — $10,000 educational grant
(15) First Prizes — $1,000 educational grant

Open only to legal residents of the 50 United States and Washington, D.C., who are high school students 16 years of age or older as of 9/15/09. Additionally, one of entrant's biological parents must consider themselves Hispanic.

Visit www.colgate.com/hazlau and follow the on-screen directions to submit your contest entry.
Essay (500 words or less) on: HOW CAN EDUCATION IMPACT THE HERITAGE OF HISPANIC GENERATIONS TO COME?

Essays will be judged by The Hispanic Heritage Foundation to determine (1) Grand Prize winner and (15) First Prize winners. All judging will be based on the following 3 criteria: originality and creativity (40%); inspirational quality (40%); and appropriateness to topic (20%).

DEADLINE: Applications are being accepted through 11/30/09.

Atilier Interactive paint workshop

Arts for Life! 2009-2010 Scholarship Application

Arts for Life! annually awards $1,000 scholarships to 25 graduating high school seniors who demonstrate excellence in visual art, music, dance, drama or creative writing. Launched by former First Lady Columba Bush in 1999, the program has awarded scholarships to more than 200 gifted high school seniors.

Application Period:
October 1, 2009 - February 1, 2010.

Eligibility:Students who are graduating from a public or private school or a home education program in Florida in the Spring of 2010.

Application Process:Students must submit a completed application, a brief essay explaining "How the arts have positively influenced my life" and a portfolio of work in visual art, music, dance, drama or creative writing.

Application packages must be postmarked on or before February 1, 2010 and mailed to:

Foundation for Excellence in EducationArts for Life!

P.O. Box 536128

Orlando, Florida 32853-6128

More Information:Download the Arts for Life! application or visit www.excelined.org.

Mystical Imagery Exhibition -- VARELA REPRESENT

Please help the art department in congratulating the following students for their acceptation to the Mystical Imagery Exhibition.

The Opening/Awards reception is scheduled for Thursday, November 19, 2009 6-8 p.m. at 801 Studios.

Please see attached invitation for details of reception and show.

Randol Martinez 12 Felix Varela Senior High Elaine Evans

Michelle Diaz 12 Felix Varela Senior High Elaine Evans
Natacha Montoya 12 Felix Varela Senior High Elaine Evans
Bianca Khan 12 Felix Varela Senior High Elaine Evans
Maia Verano 12 Felix Varela Senior High Elaine Evans
Yadezi Abreu 11 Felix Varela Senior High Elaine Evans
Nancy Gordillo 12 Felix Varela Senior High Elaine Evans
Meylin Rojas 12 Felix Varela Senior High Elaine Evans
Sebastian Rayo 11 Felix Varela Senior High Nathan Delinois
Christopher Perez 11 Felix Varela Senior High Nathan Delinois

Artsonia.com Contests:

Following are some HIGHLIGHTS of current and upcoming contests and exhibitions.

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MISSION: 10,000 ROCKETS (deadline -- November 25, 2009)
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This is your chance to integrate science into your art program AND enter to win one of eight $5,000 donations and a portion of book proceeds for your school! Of the first 10,000 drawings submitted, every school that submits at least 20 drawings will be entered into a drawing to win a $5,000 donation from Bing(tm) / Microsoft(tm) and a portion of the book proceeds. www.artsonia.com/10000Rockets
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ARTSONIA IDOL (deadline -- February 1, 2010)
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Join the fun as America votes for the first-ever Artsonia Idol! All U.S. students in grades 9-12 have a chance at being voted the 2010 Artsonia Idol and walking away with more than $1,400 in prizes, including a $1,000 gift certificate towards art supplies! If YOU submit the winning artist's piece, you'll also be awarded a $500 gift certificate towards art supplies. STARTS NEXT WEEK - STAY TUNED!
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GET TO KNOW YOUR WILD NEIGHBORS (deadline -- November 30, 2009)
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You are invited to submit your student artwork to the "2009 Get To Know Your Wild Neighbors" art contest by Robert Bateman. This year's contest theme is FORESTS! Celebrate the wonders of nature by creating art or photography about the plants or animals that can be found in forests or your neighborhood (domestic animals like cats, dogs or horses don't count). Winners receive VIP invitations to special events, personal written congratulations from Robert Bateman, and other wild prizes! http://www.blogger.com/www.artsonia.com/gettoknow
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NAEA - ART EDUCATION & SOCIAL JUSTICE (deadline -- February 28, 2010)
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The theme of the 2010 NAEA National Convention is "Art Education and Social Justice". Submit your artwork under a variety of related political topics and be showcased at the convention in April 2010. http://www.blogger.com/www.artsonia.com/NAEA2010
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ALL KIDS CAN... CREATE! (entry deadline -- Spring 2010)
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Once again, in partnership with VSA and CVS Caremark All Kids Can, Artsonia will be launching another call for this year's art contest. Last year's contest was a big success and ten winners enjoyed a special weekend on Capitol Hill. The new theme will be revealed soon, so stay tuned for more details as we launch our 2nd year of All Kids Can...Create!

StandUp For Kids Art Contest

Orange Bowl Creative Art Contest

2009 SCHOLASTIC ART AWARDS

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!!!!

Online Registration System
As of Friday, October 09, 2009, more than 900 students have registered approximately 400 works. Please continue to send us feedback on your experience with ORS – we are still refining a few issues with the system, and we will continue to keep you posted.

To register your school/students, please visit the following link: http://www.artandwriting.org/registration
or visit:

http://www.artandwriting.org/

Utrecht Print Impress Printmaking Show

Young Arts 2010

YoungArts is the signature national organization that recognizes and supports America's most talented 17-18 year olds in the visual, literary and performing arts. YoungArts is the sole nominating agency for Presidential Scholars in the Arts.

http://www.youngarts.org/Students/Disciplines/Visual%20Arts/

Students can benefit from the unique and exciting experiences of the YoungArts Program:

Exclusive Presidential Scholars in the Arts nominations
$500,000 in total monetary awards
$10,000 YoungArts Gold Awards, $5,000 YoungArts Silver Awards
All-expense-paid trip to Miami for YoungArts Week National Finals: January 11-16, 2010
Master classes with world-renowned artists
$3 million in scholarship opportunities

It's not too late to tell your students about this amazing opportunity, but don't delay!

Registration Deadline Extended: October 23, 2009 by 5PM EST.
Audition/Portfolio Deadline: October 30, 2009 by 5PM EST.
(Ask about our fee waivers)

For more information, please contact our Programs Department at 1.800.970.ARTS (2787), email info@youngarts.org or visit our website:

http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102766780731&s=11535&e=001Y_b85SgFWA7DLwzybAJoDp-m-SXdXtaUFqHfE4DOQGmcXfH5w_fexY9MBaqWIqb7IIPj4_6HBHCi9mgCp2GBEQdQPeDkLeewIkbx8VIljzsS2ytqxlEYZA==.
On behalf of the YoungArts staff, thank you for your support.

Sincerely,
Christina DePaulPresident and CEO

ACT Poster Concept Contest

ACT wants to encourage students to tap into their creativity and possibly qualify for a scholarship--through the national ACT Poster Concept Contest.

Students can enter the contest by designing a poster that encourages other students to attend college and to take the ACT® as their college entrance exam. We will use the winning design concept to produce the 2010-2011 ACT test date information poster we distribute to high schools nationwide.

The Contest is open to high school students who are residents of any one of the 50 United States and who are eligible and applying for 2010 or 2011 admission to a two-year or four-year college in the United States.

The first place winner will receive a $5,000 nonrenewable scholarship to his or her college of choice. Second and third place winners will receive $2,500 and $1,000 scholarships respectively.
The Official Entry Form and poster must be postmarked on or between October 19, 2009, and January 30, 2010. The Poster Concept Contest winners will be announced in March 2010 on the ACT website.

Visit http://actinc.cmail1.com/t/y/l/kuob/krnlkird/y for the Official Entry Form, Information Sheet, and Complete Official Rules.

Artsonia.com and Bing: Mission 10,000 Rockets

Accepting artwork until Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Every invention starts from a simple drawing on a paper. To celebrate the DigitalGlobe™ satellite launch that will capture high-resolution pictures for Bing™ Maps, we want to borrow kids' imaginations to create the rocket of tomorrow.

This is your chance to integrate science into your art program AND enter to win* one of eight $5,000 donations and a portion of book proceeds for your school! Of the first 10,000 drawings submitted, every school that submits at least 20 drawings will be entered into a drawing to win a $5,000 donation from Bing™ and a portion of the book proceeds.

We understand this is quite a tight deadline. To help you out, click here for some downloadable materials for the classroom, including a satellite and rocket fact sheet and some fun rocket trading cards. In addition, students can watch the Delta II rocket launch video on http://www.10000rockets.com/. Then, in early November, Bing™ will have a panel of scientists talking about rockets and you can use that for further inspiration in the classroom.

As the students are learning about rockets, we want to get 10,000 of them to draw the rocket of tomorrow. Drawings can be uploaded on Artsonia from 10/8/09-11/25/09. We will do a few things with the drawings:

The first 10,000 drawings will be published in your Artsonia school gallery and showcased on a dedicated gallery website, http://www.10000rockets.com/.

Schools who submit at least 20 drawings will be entered into a drawing to win* one of eight $5,000 donations.

Each drawing will be judged by a panel of Microsoft employees in conjunction with scientists.

The judges will select one from each grade group (K-5, 6-8, 9-12) that inspires them and turn these student drawings into 3-D models to honor their invention.

The first 10,000 qualified drawings will be placed into a commemorative book and sold on 10000rockets.com. Proceeds from the book will be donated to 8 of the schools who have students featured in the book, chosen at random.

For the complete set of Official contest rules please go to: www.10000rockets.com/rules

* Winning educational institutions must have a donation acceptance program and provide Microsoft a signed donation letter prior to accepting the donation. Contest open to K – 12 students and schools in the 50 United States (and D. of C.). Contest ends 11/25/09. See 10000rockets.com for a complete set of official rules.

Holiday Card Contest

Assist The Able Trust in celebrating the December holidays and New Year by creating a greeting card front piece

Open Call to Florida Artists!
1st Prize, $150
2nd Prize, $75
3rd Prize $50

Contest Opens: Thursday October 1, 2009

Entry Deadline: Tuesday November 3, 2009 at 5 PM.

Format: Original Artwork on paper no larger than 8 ½ X 11 OR on a JPEG file between 750KB-1MB on disk. Artwork should be sent along with an “About The Artist” statement of 50 words or less. The Statement should be personal and about the piece of art, the holiday season and/or disabilities. Both submitted Artwork and Statement should be labeled with the Contact name, complete address, phone number and email of Artist.

Attention: Original Artwork will be returned only if accompanied by a self addressed and stamped envelope. Not responsible for lost or damaged pieces. One Artwork Submission per Artist. Artists must currently maintain a Florida address. Artists with disabilities encouraged to apply. Artwork submitted in formats other than outlined above will not be considered.

Selected Artwork: Images of the top 3 Selected pieces will be retained for any use by The Able Trust for up to 2 years from the date of selection. Winners will be notified after November 12, 2009 of their selection.

Send To: The Able Trust; Holiday Card Contest; 3320 Thomasville Rd, Suite 200; Tallahassee, FL 32308. Arriving no later than 5 PM November 3, 2009.

Questions: 888-838-2253 or info@abletrust.org

Varela Art Students Make the Gazette!!!!

Please congratulate our fine art students for the hard work they have done over the past 10 years in our art department. The Kendall Gazette has put our article in this week's paper. Please check it out.

Kendall Gazette article, page 8:
http://www.communitynewspapers.com/html/index.php?option=com_wrapper&Itemid=1322

If you have yet to visit our blog, please visit:
Varela Art Blog:
http://varelaart.blogspot.com/

Blog article:
Entire Article from Kendall Gazette:
http://varelaart.blogspot.com/2009/09/look-back-10-years-of-murals-and.html

Thank all for your support.