Visual Arts Showcase

The annual Visual Arts Showcase is an extraordinary display of artwork by CAP students. The opportunity to exhibit serves as a reward for students’ hard work and reinforces the self-confidence and maturity fostered in CAP classes. The young artists are proud to share their work which spans a variety of artistic media.

Opening Reception

Saturday, May 11, 2024  |  10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Exhibition Schedule

May 11 – June 5, 2024

Location

Alexander Brest Gallery

Jacksonville University
2800 University Blvd. N.
Jacksonville, FL 32211

View parking map here.

Participating Programs

 Abess Park Elementary School, led by Denise Clodfelter
Beauclerc Elementary School, led by Stephanie Corley
Chimney Lakes Elementary School, led by Ashlee Collins & Micki Kaydale Cruz
Cornerstone Classical Academy, led by Callie Honeysuckle
Don Brewer Elementary School, led by Priscilla Allen
Hope Haven, led by LaRhonda Britton-James
John E. Goode Pre-Trial Detention Facility, led by Tony Rodrigues
Mayport Coast Sciences Elementary, led by Priscilla Allen
Ortega Elementary School, led by Lindsay Bowyer
Palm Avenue Exceptional Student Center, led by Patti Cowgill
West Riverside Elementary School, led by Ashlee Collins & Patricia Alvarenga
Youth Crisis Center, led by Jacqueline Cason

Important Information for Parents & Guardians

Reception

The reception features a short program. Small bites and non-alcoholic refreshments will be provided.

Artwork Pick-Up

Artwork will be available for pick-up at the student’s school/site from July 1 – August 30, 2024. Some pieces may be selected for additional exhibition opportunities. If your student’s piece is selected, we will contact you when it is available to be returned. Pieces not picked up at the school or program site by August 30 may no longer be available to families. 

Parking

Parking at Jacksonville University is free. Click here to view a map.

For More Information

Contact Peyton Bryant, Program Coordinator, at peyton@capkids.org.

Presented By

Willits Foundation

Sponsored By

VyStar Credit Union
Dun & Bradstreet
David & Monique Miller Family Fund
Cara & Scott Baity
Robyn Kreimborg & Amy Wilson

Thank you for making 2024 a remarkable year of growth for the CAP community. Wishing you and yours a harmonious and joyful holiday season! #CAPkidsjax #TheArtsAddUp #artsed

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Thank you for making 2024 a remarkable year of growth for the CAP community. Wishing you and yours a harmonious and joyful holiday season! #CAPkidsjax #TheArtsAddUp #artsed

Congratulations to the CAP String Orchestra for their festive live performance on First Coast News this morning. Happy Holidays! #capkidsjax #theartsaddup

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Congratulations to the CAP String Orchestra for their festive live performance on First Coast News this morning. Happy Holidays! #capkidsjax #theartsaddup

Congratulations to the Neptune Beach Elementary Music Therapy students for a wonderful Winter Wonderland Holiday Performance! Extra special thanks to Hembree Poindexter of UpBeat Music Therapy, and her intern Eli, for their unwavering dedication to the success of their students. Thanks to @theanthonyaustin for emceeing the festivities, the classroom teachers, school and CAP staff and board members for your support. The holiday spirit is in full swing! #CAPkidsjax #TheArtsAddUp #artsed

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Congratulations to the Neptune Beach Elementary Music Therapy students for a wonderful Winter Wonderland Holiday Performance! Extra special thanks to Hembree Poindexter of UpBeat Music Therapy, and her intern Eli, for their unwavering dedication to the success of their students. Thanks to @theanthonyaustin for emceeing the festivities, the classroom teachers, school and CAP staff and board members for your support. The holiday spirit is in full swing! #CAPkidsjax #TheArtsAddUp #artsed

We are grateful for the remarkable growth of the Cathedral Arts Project this year. Growth stems from generosity—of time, resources, and support. Thanks to your generosity, we`ve reached new heights, ensuring creativity thrives for thousands of children in Northeast Florida. Happy Thanksgiving!

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We are grateful for the remarkable growth of the Cathedral Arts Project this year. Growth stems from generosity—of time, resources, and support. Thanks to your generosity, we've reached new heights, ensuring creativity thrives for thousands of children in Northeast Florida. Happy Thanksgiving!

Through the generous sponsorship of PNC Bank, CAP partnered with MOSH today for an exciting and fun event! CAP families enjoyed an arts integrated celebration and exploration of science, nature and the St. John’s River. Through activities like storytelling, acting, making music and creating visual art, we celebrated our community’s most valuable resources, our children and our environment! Special thanks to our CAP team, volunteers and @thejessiejax @kidshopealliancejax @pncfoundation @stuartstotts @moshjax #TheArtsAddUp #CAPkidsjax #artsed ✨

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Through the generous sponsorship of PNC Bank, CAP partnered with MOSH today for an exciting and fun event! CAP families enjoyed an arts integrated celebration and exploration of science, nature and the St. John’s River. Through activities like storytelling, acting, making music and creating visual art, we celebrated our community’s most valuable resources, our children and our environment! Special thanks to our CAP team, volunteers and @thejessiejax @kidshopealliancejax @pncfoundation @stuartstotts @moshjax #TheArtsAddUp #CAPkidsjax #artsed ✨

Countless studies reinforce what we see every day—children who participate in the arts consistently show striking improvement in class participation and academic achievement, grow in their ability to communicate effectively, and gain the insights, empathy and language needed to understand themselves, others and the world around them. Visit capkids.org for information about how you can help support our #artsed mission. #CAPkidsJax #TheArtsAddUp

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Countless studies reinforce what we see every day—children who participate in the arts consistently show striking improvement in class participation and academic achievement, grow in their ability to communicate effectively, and gain the insights, empathy and language needed to understand themselves, others and the world around them. Visit capkids.org for information about how you can help support our #artsed mission. #CAPkidsJax #TheArtsAddUp

CAP instructs, instills and inspires through a variety of offerings including afterschool, school day and summer programs, cultural experiences, advocacy, community partnerships and professional development.

Through CAP programs, children and young adults receive quality, standards-based instruction in dance, media arts, music, theatre and visual arts. Learn more about our #artsed programs at capkids.org.
#CAPkidsjax #TheArtsAddUp

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CAP instructs, instills and inspires through a variety of offerings including afterschool, school day and summer programs, cultural experiences, advocacy, community partnerships and professional development. Through CAP programs, children and young adults receive quality, standards-based instruction in dance, media arts, music, theatre and visual arts. Learn more about our #artsed programs at capkids.org. #CAPkidsjax #TheArtsAddUp

"The most important thing I learned in my CAP class is to inspire other kids and follow your dreams." From students to stakeholders - the commitment to CAP’s long-running programs is due to the compelling nature of our curriculum, the quality of our local teaching artists and the desire of children and families to embrace education in the arts as a means of fostering true change in their lives. Learn more about our programs at capkids.org. #CAPkidsjax #TheArtsAddUp #artsed

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"The most important thing I learned in my CAP class is to inspire other kids and follow your dreams." From students to stakeholders - the commitment to CAP’s long-running programs is due to the compelling nature of our curriculum, the quality of our local teaching artists and the desire of children and families to embrace education in the arts as a means of fostering true change in their lives. Learn more about our programs at capkids.org. #CAPkidsjax #TheArtsAddUp #artsed

CAP’s vision is for Northeast Florida to lead the nation in providing essential and accessible arts education that recognizes, grows and amplifies every child’s unique skills and strengths.

The driving force behind all CAP programs is the belief that the arts matter—they provide essential skills, like creative thinking, perseverance, teamwork and self-discipline that benefit all people in all areas of their lives.
Visit capkids.org for more info. #CAPkidsjax #TheArtsAddUp

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CAP’s vision is for Northeast Florida to lead the nation in providing essential and accessible arts education that recognizes, grows and amplifies every child’s unique skills and strengths. The driving force behind all CAP programs is the belief that the arts matter—they provide essential skills, like creative thinking, perseverance, teamwork and self-discipline that benefit all people in all areas of their lives. Visit capkids.org for more info. #CAPkidsjax #TheArtsAddUp

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