I just found out that my application to participate in the Colorado Springs "2nd Annual Butterflies and Friends" project was accepted! This event demonstrates the creativity of regional artists and raises awareness about the critical importance of childhood participation in art. Each artist transforms a 42" tall by 56" wingspan aluminum alloy butterfly that weighs 50 pounds and will be mounted on a 30 pound base. Entries are to be completed by June 15th.

The butterflies will be placed on display in outdoor locations for public viewing and interaction throughout the summer. This is a community collaboration with The Rotary Club of Colorado Springs and Imagination Celebration. Butterflies will be auctioned with 10% going to the artist and 90% to support school arts programs in the Colorado Springs school district D-11.

My entry is entitled "Musical Butterfly, " and I will keep you posted on its development. I am thrilled to be a part of this project.