Thrive Collective
From March to April 2024, Projectivity Director Christian Penn met with youth ages 7-11 from the SOME DC Liz Donahue House in Northwest DC to donate a mural to the community room. Students imagined using the space for celebration, taking pictures, playing video games, tutoring and learning, doing art and they all loved sports. They suggested including…
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DeSoto high school is a campus full of students brimming with life, energy and enthusiasm. Though some of the empty walls on campus do not share this same level of vibrancy; Ms. Nava and her art students saw this as an opportunity, as a fresh canvas waiting to be beautifully transformed. The mural ‘Ready to…
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The “Cedar Hill Charge!” mural is an expression of the energy, vitality, and creativity breaking loose at Cedar Hill High school. There is a strong sense of pride within the student body around school activities such as academics, sports, music, and the arts; as well as a strong work ethic and a pursuit of excellence…
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Fresh Paint, Positive Messaging Lead a Park Transformation in East Baltimore After years of neglect, a local Baltimore park and playground received a much needed facelift thanks to a volunteer beautification project powered by a local non-profit organization Projectivity Group and local ministry Beyond The Walls Christian Ministry. Community organizers met with current and past…
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Mexican artist Diana Orozco returned to lead the “Little Lambs” mural in National City, San Diego. Little Lambs explores the everyday magic of childhood, when dreams and imagination are the most vibrant. The colors, ecosystems and activities invite children to enjoy childhood wonder everyday. This project was completed by artists, students, and volunteers from Thrive…
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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Shep and all of us at Thrive Collective. Love well. Create memories. And live ARTfully as you make merry with friends and family. – Story and Art by Sam Wisneski. A Thrive Comics production. As Seen on Social Media View this post on Instagram A post shared by Thrive Collective…
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Feliz Navidad from Canóvanas, Puerto Rico. 📍 Academia Bautista Sotera Sanchez 🎨 Artista Principal [Lead Artist]: Tsvetana Dondero 🎨 Artistas Asistentes [Assistant Artists]: Krystal Romero Granell & Gabriel Abast Gracias Especiales [Special Thanks] 🕊 Urban Strategies 🕊 PROSa / Grupo Nexos 🕊 Ciudad Museo Inc. Una Nueva Generación de Amabilidad (2024) ‹ › × ×…
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Próspero Año Nuevo from Canóvanas, Puerto Rico! 📍 Colegio Católico Nuestra Señora del Pilar 🎨 Artista Principal [Lead Artist]: Tsvetana Dondero 🎨 Artistas Asistentes [Assistant Artists]: Krystal Romero Granell & Gabriel Abast Gracias Especiales [Special Thanks] 🕊 Urban Strategies 🕊 PROSa / Grupo Nexos 🕊 Ciudad Museo Inc. “Viajeros de Amabilidad” (PR 2024) ‹ ›…
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Story and Art by Sam Wisneski “Opportunities to give are everywhere. … Together we can make life a little brighter and more colorful for everyone! “Please consider giving to my friends at Thrive Collective.” Starting on Giving Tuesday and through the end of December, join GEORGIE. Give to create hope and opportunity through arts, sports,…
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“Courageous Community” is Thrive Collective’s third mural collaboration in Dallas with Make it Count, Young Life, and Inspire School Programs, at RL Turner High School in Carrollton, for School Partners USA. The mini-documentary video was produced by students from Turner’s Academy of Media Arts and Technology. The Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District featured the mural…
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