Our Changing Climate

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The second annual climate change virtual art show celebrates the 51^st Anniversary of Earth Day.The 2021 Our Changing Climate virtual art exhibition is intended to act as a wake-up call that fosters an understanding of the need to protect the environment and call us all to action.To be considered for this second annual show celebrating Earth Day, visual art and musical compositions must have one of the following effects on the viewer: Inspire actionBroaden awarenessDeepen understandingConvey urgencyPoint to solutionsIlluminate the consequences of our planetary climate crisis
The exhibit includes collaboration from the following groups: Huron Valley Council for the Arts, Environmental Council of Huron Valley, Michigan Rock School, Crossroads Group of the Sierra Club, and Community Unitarian Universalists of Brighton.
Tiffany Stewart, founding member of the Environmental Council of Huron Valley, said, “Art has a powerful way of connecting with people. In the midst of our climate crisis, we wanted to find a unique way to bring the community together, highlighting local artwork that speaks to people about the importance of protecting our planet and inspires people to act now.”New this year is the submission of music; they must be original compositions, and audio submissions need to be in mp3 format at 192 kbps.
There are four visual artist categories: K-5, 6-8th grade, and 9th-12th grade and adults. (Students’ art teachers or homeschool teachers must sign off on the submission form). Musical arts have two divisions for submissions: youth (under 18) and adult (18+).
A message to kids: It’s vital that we treat ourselves and others with respect. We would like you to create a piece of art or a song that lets others know what you love most about nature and why it is essential to protect it. Some ideas include how polar bears who have a hard time finding food due to the warming up on the planet might feel, the impact of having no bees on our gardens, or expressing what you love most about nature.
Complete visual art submission details and other requirements are available at www.HuronValleyArts.org, where artwork and music will be submitted online between Jan. 4 and Feb. 26, 2021.
Exhibit pieces and musical compositions will be chosen on March 5. Visual artists are responsible for preparing their display-ready artwork and delivering it to one of the gallery locations.
All submissions must be original work, not violate copyright and be family-friendly (more details are available at www.HuronValleyArts.org).
From April 9-30, the art will be displayed at Huron Valley Council for the Arts and Community Unitarian Universalists of Brighton galleries. People will visit the galleries to cast their votes for the People’s Choice.

Who we are…
About Huron Valley Council of the Arts Based in western Oakland County, Huron Valley Council for the Arts is committed to working with and supporting activities of established and aspiring visual and performing artists and organizations located in and around western Oakland County. For more information, please visit www.huronvalleyarts.org.
About The Crossroads Group of the Sierra Club
The Sierra Club is America’s largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization, with more than 3.5 million members. Their goal is to protect the environment so that we all may enjoy our country’s natural beauty for generations to come. The Crossroads Group is the local affiliate and represents close to 1,300 members in Livingston County and western Oakland County. They offer fascinating programs, enjoyable outings and the opportunity to do meaningful conservation and political work. They welcome members and nonmembers alike to all of their events. There is something for everyone in Crossroads. For more information, please visit: www.sierraclub.org/michigan/crossroads.
About The Environmental Council of Huron ValleyThe Environmental Council of Huron Valley (Eco HV) is a non-political organization committed to the greening of our community. Founded in 2019 by a group of passionate Milford residents, Eco HV seeks to strengthen the connection between our community and the outdoors by bringing awareness to environmental issues, helping educate our community and inspiring action so that our beautiful, natural community can be enjoyed for generations to come. Follow us @EcoHVInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ecohv/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ECOHV/ Website: www.EcoHV.org
About the Michigan Rock SchoolThe Michigan Rock School, located in Downtown Milford, Michigan’s Mill Valley Center, offers dynamic music lesson programs for all ages, styles, and experience levels. Owner, John Kozicki has coached students through private lessons and band rehearsals for more than a decade. Additionally, he is a professional musician of nearly 20 years and his experience includes playing with major and independent label acts, touring, recording and songwriting. For more information on Michigan Rock School, please visit www.michiganrockschool.com.

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The second annual climate change virtual art show celebrates the 51^st Anniversary of Earth Day.

The 2021 Our Changing Climate virtual art exhibition is intended to act as a wake-up call that fosters an understanding of the need to protect the environment and call us all to action.

To be considered for this second annual show celebrating Earth Day, visual art and musical compositions must have one of the following effects on the viewer:

Inspire action
Broaden awareness
Deepen understanding
Convey urgency
Point to solutions
Illuminate the consequences of our planetary climate crisis

The exhibit includes collaboration from the following groups: Huron Valley Council for the Arts, Environmental Council of Huron Valley, Michigan Rock School, Crossroads Group of the Sierra Club, and Community Unitarian Universalists of Brighton.

Tiffany Stewart, founding member of the Environmental Council of Huron Valley, said, “Art has a powerful way of connecting with people. In the midst of our climate crisis, we wanted to find a unique way to bring the community together, highlighting local artwork that speaks to people about the importance of protecting our planet and inspires people to act now.”

New this year is the submission of music; they must be original compositions, and audio submissions need to be in mp3 format at 192 kbps.

There are four visual artist categories: K-5, 6-8th grade, and 9th-12th grade and adults. (Students’ art teachers or homeschool teachers must sign off on the submission form). Musical arts have two divisions for submissions: youth (under 18) and adult (18+).

A message to kids: It’s vital that we treat ourselves and others with respect. We would like you to create a piece of art or a song that lets others know what you love most about nature and why it is essential to protect it. Some ideas include how polar bears who have a hard time finding food due to the warming up on the planet might feel, the impact of having no bees on our gardens, or expressing what you love most about nature.

Complete visual art submission details and other requirements are available at www.HuronValleyArts.org, where artwork and music will be submitted online between Jan. 4 and Feb. 26, 2021.

Exhibit pieces and musical compositions will be chosen on March 5. Visual artists are responsible for preparing their display-ready artwork and delivering it to one of the gallery locations.

All submissions must be original work, not violate copyright and be family-friendly (more details are available at www.HuronValleyArts.org).

From April 9-30, the art will be displayed at Huron Valley Council for the Arts and Community Unitarian Universalists of Brighton galleries. People will visit the galleries to cast their votes for the People’s Choice.