Art Business News: Giving Back
Monday, June 22nd, 2009H. Marion Framing Studio
Gives Back to Local Community
WILMETTE, IL — The stars of the most recent gallery opening at H. Marion Framing Studio were student artists from Avoca School District 37’s Marie Murphy Junior High School. Gallery owner Jan Marion, an alum of the district, hosted the event in an effort to give back to the community.
“Fostering art appreciation among schoolchildren is vital,” Marion, who supports local artists of all ages, says. “There is a strong link between kids who make art and their level of focus and success later in life. It’s also a great way to give back to the community.” (more…)
