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Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.

Arts, Health, and Well-Being Project: Swanson Elementary School Mural – Palmer, Alaska
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
Artist Audra Reger of Star Dust Dezignz LLC created a vibrant mural as part of the Arts, Health, and Well-Being Grant, funded by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Rasmuson Foundation.
This Arts, Health, and Well-Being project centered around creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for students at Swanson Elementary School in Palmer, Alaska. The mural features a sweeping Alaskan landscape filled with native trees and plants, celebrating the region’s natural beauty and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
As part of the art education component, the artist visited a first-grade classroom to engage students directly in the creative process. Each student received a coloring page based on the mural to personalize and keep. Through this hands-on activity, students were introduced to foundational art concepts such as color temperature (warm and cool colors) and analogous color schemes. They explored how colors relate to one another and described their emotional and visual qualities.
Art in schools is vital for supporting emotional well-being, creativity, and self-expression. Projects like this not only beautify learning spaces but also connect students to their environment, encourage cultural appreciation, and build confidence through artistic discovery. Thanks to the collaboration between community partners and dedicated educators, the mural now serves as a lasting symbol of creativity, connection, and the healing power of the arts within the school.
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