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2011 Fall Art Show Awards

A New Look for Everyday Things

Our current art show on display is "Renewable Treasures" and the theme is to display items made from recycled or found materials. Over 50 entries were submitted from our programs and other local organizations.

One of the awarded pieces, The Pepsi Tree, was so spectacular that Pepsi Corporate Headquarters invited the piece to be part of their own art exhibition in Purchase, NY.

A tree made of Pepsi cans and lids was loaded on the agency's truck for a special delivery to Pepsi Headquarters in Purchase. Members of the Day Habilitation Program, located at The United Methodist Church in Mount Kisco, watched as their award winning piece was gently carried off.

A panel of expert judges awarded top honors in five categories. The award-winning artwork is among many other beautiful pieces on display at Arc of Westchester's gallery265 through February.  A reception took place and awards were handed out to many of the winners. Be sure to check it out when you visit. We congratulate all the artists. Everyone went above and beyond to use their creativity for this show. Below are top place recipients.

Participants from Mount Kisco's Day Habilitation Program modeled their "paper" clothes at the opening reception. They were thrilled to show off their fashionable creations along with their award certificates. Special thanks to Maria Lorello who assisted as wardrobe mistress.

	Sculpture Category First Place Artist: "The Pepsi Tree" by Day Habilitation Program at UMC in Mount Kisco Made from Pepsi cans, an old plastic bucket, newspapers, cereal and crackers.
	Clothing Category First Place Artist: "Being A Creative Vest" by Frances DeHomas and Olivia Inzano Made from recycled foam packaging materials, paper plates and string.
	Holidays Category First Place Artist: "Heart" by Chryse Tibbits, Arc of Rockland Made from aluminum foik, nuts, shells and paper.
	Mobile Category First Place Artist: "Fantacy Mobile" by Day Habilitation Program in Port Chester Made from copper pot scrubbers, plastic cups, barbecue skewers and blue plastic sticks.
	Relief Category First Place Artist: "Crashing Rainbow " by Bobby Vittorini, Arc of Westchester Made from recycled magazines and cardboard.