Cathedral Arts Project

This week at Jacksonville Classical Academy, CAP Teaching Artist Fellow in Visual Arts, Lindsay Bowyer, introduced the students to artist David Hockney and discussed his landscape works featuring unique perspectives, bright colors and patterns. The group talked about the horizon, a winding road, and elements (trees, houses) of descending sizes to show distance. Students were excited to dive into the paints, Lindsay did a great job reminding them of their rule, “draw it light until you get it right.” Once students finished their sketches, they moved on to adding bright and bold paints. There were conversations about complementary and contrasting colors, techniques to ensure they could capture detail and the encouragement to branch out and make the sky pink or the grass blue - they had freedom to choose and they did not disappoint. We can’t wait to see the finished pieces! #TheArtsAddUp #CAPkidsjax

Did you know that arts-learning experiences benefit students in terms of reductions in disciplinary infractions, increases in compassion and improvements in writing achievement? Furthermore, arts-education experiences improve school engagement and college aspirations. These findings provide strong evidence that arts educational experiences can produce significant positive impacts on student academic and social development. #TheArtsAddUp Read more here https://lnkd.in/gaSvPwmh

More children in Northeast Florida will receive vital arts education and therapeutic programs thanks to a record-breaking $837,100 raised at the Cathedral Arts Project’s 20th annual Spring for the Arts celebration! The 20th annual Spring for the Arts would not have been possible without the generous support of Honorary Chairs Karen and Greg Montana; Event Chairs Marisa and Frank Martire; presenting sponsors Fidelity National Financial and Frances and Anthony Jabbour as well as the many other sponsors who made the event possible; the Delores Barr Weaver Forever Event Fund; as well as Darnell Smith who emceed the event and led the live auction, The AutoValet, Bold City Classics, Harlow James Floral, Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club, and numerous board members and volunteers for helping execute another successful event. The event, held on Friday, April 4, 2025 at Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club, was a powerful infusion of support for CAP’s REIMAGINE Campaign: Empowering Children Through the Arts, aiming to broaden and deepen the organization’s impact across Northeast Florida.  https://lnkd.in/eu33nuvU

Congratulations to CAP strings student N'Diyah Bolte for being selected for the highly competitive Sphinx Performance Academy 2025 summer chamber music and solo performance program! SPA transforms lives by providing private lessons, masterclasses, recitals and career enrichment sessions. She will receive full-scholarship, training and mentorship at the University of Colorado Boulder College of Music. Each participant joins a dynamic community of peers and faculty dedicated to musical growth and leadership. Bravo N'Diyah!🎻🎉 #CAPkidsjax #TheArtsAddUp #artsed

Our entire CAP team would like to extend a HUGE THANK YOU to everyone that supported the 20th Annual Spring for the Arts. Stay tuned for our final tally and lots of wonderful photos of the event! #TheArtsAddUp #thankyou

Julington Creek Plantation area families, get creative this summer with the Cathedral Arts Project! (CAP) Campers of all experience levels will enjoy visual art, music, theatre, dance and STEAM activities, designed to spark creativity and self-expression and led by qualified CAP teaching artists. CAP Creative Quest, is a weeklong summer camp offering 6–12-year-olds the opportunity to explore the arts in a fun and engaging environment—right in your own backyard at Julington Creek Plantation Club Recreation Center! Campers must be Julington Creek Plantation Community Development District residents or members in order to register and attend. FIRST SESSION: June 2–6, 2025, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. SECOND SESSION: August 4–8, 2025, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Make sure your student has a spot! Register today at capkids.org/jcpsummer2025

How do you help a student learn to play an instrument that you don’t know how to play? CAP Teaching Artist Fellow in Strings, Joshua Stone, knows the answer. 'Parents and families often ask me how to help their young musician at home. It’s tough when you aren’t a musician yourself. Here are my best tips.' Click this link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eBpYhgbG

Spring For The Arts is TONIGHT! This event celebrates the impact you, our donors, have had on local students, and raises funds for CAP's REIMAGINE Campaign, with the ultimate goal of putting instruments, paintbrushes, scripts and dance shoes in the hands of more children in Northeast Florida than ever before. Looking forward to seeing you all tonight!🎉 The silent auction is officially OPEN – you can place your bids remotely or in-person with this link! https://lnkd.in/gYR5rFCF

CAP's 20th Annual Spring for the Arts is tomorrow! What to know before you go: https://ow.ly/pBmI50VtT9l

Spring for the Arts is Friday and we are SO excited about the wonderful auction items available! https://ow.ly/b3q450Vtqm7 Need a luxurious getaway? The winning bidder will enjoy a 7-night escape to the Tuscan countryside with bespoke itinerary for up to 8 guests. Sweeping vineyards, rolling hills and picturesque medieval towns set the backdrop for a seven-night stay for up to 8 guests in a centuries-old villa in the Cortona hillside in Italy’s famed Tuscany region! This item is available to in-person bidders only. We can't wait for Friday! 🥂