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Get Crafty with AVAY at the National Recycling Day Art Show! 🎨♻️🌟

Writer: Sonia Martinez de SimonSonia Martinez de Simon

Hey, Columbus families! Are you ready for a splash of creativity and a dash of eco-friendly fun?

AVAY is thrilled to invite you to the National Recycling Day Art Show, happening November 4-15 at the Urban Arts Space Corridor. This isn't just any art show – it’s a vibrant celebration of sustainability, imagination, and the magic of turning “trash” into treasure!




Date: November 4 - November 15, 2024

Time: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM


Why This Show Will Blow Your Mind 🤯

Forget everything you thought you knew about recycling! This art extravaganza, hosted by the Ohio EPA, is about to flip your world upside down (in the best way possible)!

  • See Trash Transform: Watch in awe as everyday discarded items morph into jaw-dropping masterpieces.

  • AVAY's Secret Revealed: Our pièce 'Metallic Meadow Blossom: Blossoms & Butterflies in Bloom' – a mind-bending creation made entirely from recycled warehouse materials – will leave you speechless!


    AVAY's art piece for the show

  • Inspiration Overload: Prepare for an explosion of ideas that'll have you looking at your recycling bin like it's a treasure chest.


Craft-tastic Adventures Await! 🏠🎨

Can’t wait for the show? Let’s kick-start your recycling creativity right now! Here are some super fun, kid-friendly projects to try at home:

  1. Cardboard Castle Kingdom:

    • Gather those Amazon boxes and create a magical fortress!

    • Add drawbridges, towers, and even a moat (blue fabric works great).

    • Let the kids paint and decorate their eco-friendly kingdom.


      A castle made out of Amazon boxes

  2. Plastic Bottle Fairy Lights:

    • Clean and dry plastic bottles, then cut them into flower shapes.

    • Paint them in vibrant colors and string them together with LED lights.

    • Voilà! A magical, twinkling garden in your living room.


      Ligths made with discarded plastic bottles

  3. Newspaper Fashion Show:

    • Challenge the kids to design outfits using old newspapers and magazines.

    • Use tape or staples to hold creations together.

    • Host a family runway show with your paper couture!


      A toddler wearing an outfit made of magazines and newspapers

  4. Egg Carton Coral Reef:

    • Transform egg cartons into a colorful underwater world.

    • Cut, paint, and arrange them to look like coral.

    • Add bottle cap fish and string seaweed for a 3D ocean scene.


      An egg carton coral reef

  5. Tin Can Wind Chimes:

    • Collect cans of various sizes and remove labels.

    • Decorate with weather-resistant paint and beads.

    • Hang them at different lengths for a melodious outdoor decoration.


      A wind chime made of cans

Make It a Family Eco-Adventure! 🌍👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Turn recycling into an exciting family adventure! Here are a few ideas to make it even more fun:

  • Recycling Scavenger Hunt: Before crafting, make gathering materials a game. Who can find the most interesting recyclables in the house or neighborhood?

  • Upcycling Challenge: Set a timer and challenge each family member to create something useful from a single recycled item. The results might surprise you!

  • Story Time: As you craft, spark imagination by creating stories about your art pieces. Where did the materials come from? What adventures did they have before becoming art?


Why Visiting the Show is a Must 🚀

  1. Real-Life Inspiration: See how professional artists and community members have pushed the boundaries of recycled art.

  2. Community Connection: Feel the buzz of creativity and environmental consciousness in your local community.

  3. Plant Seeds of Change: Inspire your kids to think differently about waste and spark their interest in environmental stewardship.


The Grand Finale: Your Recycled Art Gallery 🖼️

After visiting the show and trying out these crafts, why not host your own mini art exhibition at home? Invite neighbors and friends to see your family’s creations. It’s a great way to spread the joy of recycling and maybe inspire others to get crafty too!


Remember, every bottle cap magnet, tin can planter, and paper roll butterfly is a step toward a more sustainable future. And who knows? Your little ones might just be the next big eco-artists featured in future shows!


So, mark those calendars, gather your recyclables, and let your imagination run wild!


Join us at the National Recycling Day Art Show, November 4-15, and see how AVAY and other local artists are revolutionizing the way we think about waste.


Let’s turn trash into treasure, one creative project at a time.

Attend the show, where art meets eco-consciousness in the most spectacular way! 🌈♻️🎭

 
 
 

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