For more information, call 614.645.6021. Holman six months to complete. The piece was created off-site in four separate pieces and then reassembled into the complete mural. The piece is a fitting tribute to Weltz who was fond of the school where her grandchildren were enrolled, and was also known for complementing her love for children and education with a passion for the arts. The colorful and imposing art work depicts traditions, holidays, ritual and familiar objects.
Parks explains that the mu ral is part of a larger ongoing legacy of art.
The children are encouraged to create a specific piece of art each month. One piece will then be selected to be included into a permanent collection of works that will grow into a dedicated art gallery space in the school's library. Students and faculty at the school are also beginning to develop a website that will highlight student and school art as well as other achievements. Featuring the finest in art from local, national and statewide artists and a special collection of Yoruba paintings, sculptures and wood carvings specially selected by curator Baba Olugbala from his recent trip to Oshogo State, Nigeria. A Few Words by Rob ert L. Powers Robert Powers, lived in Columbus for 17 years before moving to the beautiful Ohio River city of Marietta back in 1993.