May 1, 2012: On Saturday, April 14, neighbors and friends in the town of Marydel gathered together for a day of community creativity. Leading up to this summer’s second place work[s]hop, this mini workshop was a way for the community members to express thoughts about their town through art. The participants first took a walking tour through and around their town to gather observations. Then, the group gathered back at the community hall where they painted and drew answers to five questions:

1)       What do you love about your town?

2)       What do you want to see changed in your town?

3)       What makes a neighborhood vibrant?

4)       What are some of your hopes and dreams for your community?

5)       What does the word “community” mean to you?

From this artwork, graduate design students and professionals will use the art for the place work[s]hop study. An art show and community discussion will be held later this month.