First-graders to display artwork in Big Sandy gallery

Special to the Havre Daily News

Artwork created by 13 first-grade students will be installed at Craig Edwards Fine Art Gallery in Big Sandy, with an artists’ reception May 19. The works will be on display through June 18.

The first-grade class at F.E. Miley Elementary in Big Sandy, taught by Christina Anacker, has explored several techniques and materials, including figure drawing, abstract painting, doodling, and art for humanitarian purposes.

“I was approached by Roberta (Edwards) early in the school year,” Anacker said, “and she asked about volunteering in the classroom.”

Edwards came to class once a week to guide students as they explored materials and concepts.

Edwards said her love of art, the joy of working with young learners and Anacker’s enthusiasm for encouraging students to explore the arts has been the inspiration for the project.

The reception and show are free to the public, and additional days and hours have been added to the gallery’s schedule to accommodate the artists and their families.  

For more information, people can contact Roberta Edwards 406-390-2997 or via email at [email protected]

Regular gallery hours: Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with special days and hours for May:   

Wednesday, May 19, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. for the reception

Sunday, May 29, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Monday May 30, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.