Toprock, footwork and powermoves. Doesn’t sound like your typical 4thand 5thgrade classroom, but for Highland Elementary that’s exactly what they were served when Teaching Artist MN Joe Tran came to visit! For most students, breakdancing was unfamiliar territory. Though inexperienced, they were eager to start learning the elements of breaking.
Read MoreThis month, COMPAS was introduced to two brand-new faces!
Mishel House and Ethan Stagg are members of the 2018-2019 Public Allies Twin Cities Cohort completing their Team Service Project here at COMPAS! Public Allies is a non-profit leadership program which seeks to equip young professionals with the skills they need to succeed in nonprofit and business management.
Read MoreMarch marks National Women’s History Month - commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. COMPAS is lucky and honored to be working with incredibly strong, talented female artists who are making history 24/7 — all year round. From the inner-city to rural Minnesota, we want to take a moment to share and celebrate some of the great art these women are making!
Read More”I hope for people to be proud of what they created and feel the JOY while they weave.” Teaching Artists Chiaki O’Brien talks about weaving creators young and old in her Artist Spotlight!
Read MoreIt’s fair to say most of us stayed indoors this February, but rest assured creativity put on it’s snow boots and braved the winter! See what COMPAS was up to in this months news round-up…
Read MoreIn honor of Black History Month, we had a few Teaching Artists share their thoughts on the importance of black artists, why representation matters and how we can celebrate all year round!
Read MoreEveryday COMPAS pieces together Teaching Artists with passionate students, teachers, older adults, community members and so many countless others to make meaningful and life-changing art. Sharra Frank working on mosaics with Northeast Residence was no exception. Since September 2018, residents have created over 160 pieces with Sharra!
Read MoreIn spite of the frigid temps, we packed a lot in this month! Check out all the stories and events that happened in January in this month’s COMPAS News Round-Up. No winter gear required.
Read MoreSome things to know for January: Minnesota is a frozen tundra, remember to change the year when jotting down the date and of course, it’s Mentorship Month! Teaching and spoken-word artist See More Perspective took some time to write about the importance of mentoring and what it means to him.
Read MoreTake a look back at our conversation with Susana de Leon of Kalpulli Ketzal Coatlicue! Read all about how the group was formed and what Susana has done to keep the community engaged in art!
Read MoreCOMPAS - Art for Life's Sake!
Arts Education throughout Minnesota that sparks students’ imagination, brings creativity to older adults, and inspires people to create. COMPAS brings art to people. Professional artists work alongside students, teachers, senior citizens to discover their own creativity.
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