Paint It Forward
What: CITYarts has produced and created its 326th mural project in collaboration with Murray Hill Academy, professional artists, and the local community. Paint It Forward highlights individual and community success in order to promote a positive community identity and encourages students to stay on track towards graduation.
Where:
Murray Hill Academy
111 E 33rd Street
New York, NY 10016
Who:
Lead Artist: Roberto Reynoso
Murray Hill students
Assistant Principal Adam Ward
Art Teacher Dan Gieck
Why:
To revitalize school to make the school more welcoming and enjoyable for the staff and for the students and their families
To bring together youth and families to collaborate on a project that will beautify their school
To empower youth to take leadership roles in acting as a positive force in their community
When: October 2017 – October 2018