Did you notice the amazing and
giant portrait of Jesus Christ crucified out of many origami butterflies in the
gym? Have you ever wondered who made that great art work? Have you ever been
curious about the process of this artwork? Known as the MVL Spring Sacred Concert art project, it includes
over 500 origami butterflies, which were
contributed by students, teachers, parents, alumni, grandparents, friends, and
neighbors. Then, all of these colorful butterflies were sorted and put up
together to create the delicate artwork by a group of people in a club called
“Art Club”. “This is a club where everyone can enjoy an easier way to have art”
said by Mr. Jasperson.
The club was started in 1994, even before the
formal art classes; also, there wasn’t an art room at that time. Teachers and
students started the club spontaneously, called by the love of art in their
heart, operating their own art factory and offering themselves a chance of
seizing the happiness from art. Then, in 2001, Mr. Jasperson came to work at
MVL and lead art club to a brand new world. Inspired by a university making a
giant mural to decorate the Christmas concerts, Mr.J decided that the club
should become a service organization to make big projects for MVL Christmas,
Spring Sacred and Prism Concerts and help the school as much as the club can,
glorifying God with art and talent. The art club has completed about 25 big
projects over the past 11 years. There are also some previous art works
displayed in the hallway outside Mr.Wels’s room.
The club members meet on every Tuesday
and Thursday after school. This is also a beneficial fact for busy people,
especially during the sports season that anyone from any grade can start at any
time they want. There is no time limit for the club, which also provides a
relaxed atmosphere. “I like the club because it’s a place to hang out with
people who like art”, said Emily Luehmann. “Anyone can come, you don’t have to be
necessary super good at it”, said Katie Sehloff. The club gives an easier
opportunity for people to participate in art and enjoy it. There is no such
pressure in the club as in an art class; all you have to do is to give it a try.
“There are cool people and cool staff in the club”, said Ella Andreason.
Normally when the club starts a project, Mr. J
will draw a model or outline, while students do other drawings and paintings.
After dedicating to a project for a long time, people will feel incredibly
content about it and can be more energetic and happier. Besides the big project,
the club works on individual artworks and MVL T-shirts. Members can also bring
treats and snacks, which add more fun to the club. Come to the club and enjoy funny
art time with your friends, it is a good relaxation after a heavy day’s work.
