We are proud to announce the completion of a unique collaboration between the Perrysburg Sculpture Walk and Penta Career Center High School's Digital Art & Design program, bringing student creativity into the community spotlight. Through this partnership, high school junior Erik Baker’s design was selected by sculptor Mike Sohikian from 35 student submissions to transform the steel base of Balance 1, which Sohikian generously donated for this endeavor. Under the guidance of muralist and mentor Dean Davis, Erik engaged in hands-on learning of professional art practices, from concept development to the final application of his design.
This collaboration marks a significant milestone for the Penta Digital Art & Design Department, showcasing student creativity in a public setting and enriching their professional portfolios. Perrysburg Sculpture Walk curator, and coordinator, Robin Ballmer engaged with PCC Art students early in the process, providing project guidelines and artistic direction. The selection of Erik Baker's work highlights the educational value of student contributions to public art and underscores the Perrysburg Sculpture Walk’s commitment to fostering local talent. This experience has been invaluable for students, offering them a tangible connection to community art initiatives and real-world design.
Participants in the collaboration:
Erik Baker- The student designer selected for this collaboration. Erik is 17 years old and a Junior at PCC, with plans to study marketing and graphic arts in college.
Mike Sohikian- An area artist who is a legend in the arts and trades for his steel work. Mike is not only a well-known sculptor, but also the installation director for the Perrysburg Sculpture Walk.
Dean Davis- A nationally known muralist who was the lead painter on the Glass City River Wall (grain silos), designer and painter of the Metroparks Toledo's Pickleball facility mural in downtown Toledo and many more in the area and across the country. Dean's current mural work, the Change Wall, is being done on the abutments on the Anthony Wayne Trail.
Steven Lark- Digital Art & Design Instructor at Penta Career Center. Mr. Lark jumped at the opportunity to have his students participate in the project.
Marie Dunn- Thanks to Marie and her effective press releases we had both Channel 11 and Channel 13 interviewing the student and Dean Davis. An exciting day for the student!
Thank you all again for supporting the Perrysburg Sculpture Walk initiative, which is proving to be a multifaceted community project that not only enhances our public space but also engages and inspires the next generation of artists.
For more information, please contact Robin Ballmer, [email protected].
Student Sculpture Design Collaborative
PLEASE NOTE: Main ART-ery is no longer coordinating The Music at the Market Series
Thank you concert goers for supporting our efforts to bring great music to Music at the Market for the last 18 years!
2024 WEDNESDAY AT WOODLANDS SCHEDULE
SPONSORED BY THE CITY OF PERRYSBURG, AND THE NORMA STARK MEMORY GARDEN AND LABYRINTH main ART-ery coordinates and manages this series.
Wednesdays, 12:00-1:00pm June 5 – August 28 June 5 Jake Pilewski & Jon Roth June 12 Ben Beallus Duo June 19 Tree 3 June 26 Old State Line July 3 Dave Carpenter & Chris Zielinski July 10 The Retro Men July 17 Chris Knopp Duo July 24 Creo Jazz Presents: Dave Kosmyna, Ray Heitger, & Ragtime Rick July 31 Locoweed August 7 Ben Delong Trio August 14 Ryan Dunlap Trio August 21 Kyle White Duo August 28 Nicole & Jay Wednesday at Woodlands is a summer lunchtime concert series that takes place in the outdoor shelter area of Woodlands Park, 429 E. Boundary St. Perrysburg every Wednesday from 12-1pm in June through September 6. Pack a lunch and enjoy an hour of music presented by the area's most talented musicians.
