Environment and the Arts

Chapman DeMaryOne important way the Newton Marasco Foundation celebrates the environment is through the arts—photography, literature, music, movies, drawing and painting. We see a natural convergence between the environment and the arts. And we feel that teaching youth about the environment through the use of artistic endeavors only enhances their appreciation and understanding. Children relate to books, photos and music in a soulful way and using those elements can bridge a child’s connection between art and environment.

We have sponsored environmental poster contests and photography contests, as well as hosted artistic events in the Washington, DC metro area. Provided below is a description of our most current Environment and the Arts projects.

2010 Environmental Photo Contest

We are pleased to announce the winners of the 2010 Loudoun Valley High School photo contest called “Through Our Eyes: Celebrating the Beauty of Western Loudoun and the Blue Ridge”!

First Place
Jessi Warbis
$100 Prize

 Second Place
Jessica McCann
$75 Prize
Jesse Warbis Jessica McCann
Third Place
Annika Markert
$50 Prize
Annika Markert

Students were asked to submit photos reflecting the beauty of western Loudoun and the Blue Ridge and what the students felt should be preserved and protected in our environment. Eighty-five of the photos submitted will be shown during the Loudoun Symphony's May 15, 2010 “Mountains and Music” performance at Franklin Park in Purcellville, Virginia. The three winning photos will be showcased in the lobby during the event.

If you are interested is attending the Loudoun Symphony performance, tickets for Adults are $15 in advance/$18 at the door; for Seniors, they are $12 in advance/$15 at the door; and for Students under 18, tickets are free. Tickets can be purchased by calling 703-771-8287 or online at the following link: http://www.loudounsym.org/LSOOrderOnline.html