BIDDEFORD —A very special art opening is planned for this month’s Biddeford and Saco ArtWalk, which takes place on May 25.
The Creative Trails’ The Art Certificate Program, or TACP, will showcase the work of four artists in the program and each will earn their Certificate of Art during the premiere Certificate Show.
Creative Trails is an experimental community support program for adults with intellectual uniqueness. They offer foundation, leadership and certificate programs.
The show will feature art work by Kelly Bruey, Adam Beatty, Alex Ferguson, and David Barrell.
The four artists are the first to complete all of the TACP criteria, which includes 2,000 contact hours, learning the foundations of art, participating in art exhibits, and creating portfolios of their work.
Each artist has developed their unique artistic style over the years of attending TACP. Program representatives say they are thrilled to present the culmination of the students’ hard work during ArtWalk.
The students’ art work will be on exhibit at The Art Certificate Program on 2 Main St., Suite 17-215, in Biddeford from 5 to 8p.m.
Creative Trails was founded by Scott Miller. Miller has a bachelor’s degree from The University of Utah in Program Planning, with an emphasis on special populations and engaging in outdoor programming and art. Miller has 20 years of experience working with individuals with intellectual uniqueness.
The goal of the organization is to engage the participants in a meaningful way that strengthens their independence and skill sets while in their community.
The organization’s Foundation programs include: Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture, Culinary Arts, and Art. The Leadership Programs include Digital Media, Print Making, Music, and Sound Engineering.
Creative Trails has five locations covering southern and central Maine in Biddeford, Portland and Auburn.
For more information on Creative Trails, visit the website at www.creativetrails.org or at www.facebook.com/theartcertificateprogram.
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