August Volunteer of the Month: Rachel Heywood
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- Aug 2, 2024
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Say hello to Rachel Heywood in our Volunteer of the Month Spotlight
At Cultivate, we believe in celebrating the incredible individuals who dedicate their time, energy, and passion to enriching our community and advancing our mission. Volunteers are the backbone of our organization, bringing our programs to life and creating a vibrant, nurturing environment for all who walk through our doors. To honor their invaluable contributions, we are thrilled to share our "Volunteer of the Month" blog series.
Each month, we will spotlight one outstanding volunteer, sharing their stories, achievements, and the impact they've made on Cultivate and the broader Grand Rapids community. Through these stories, we hope to shine a light on the diverse talents and compassionate spirits that make Cultivate a place where art and community flourish together.
Please read their interview below -
Cultivate: What drew you to Cultivate and inspired you to become a volunteer?
Rachel: I visited Cultivate with a Professional Practices class I took earlier this year through KCAD. From here I learned about the volunteer opportunities for the summer art classes and I was intrigued to help out. It is my goal to teach after I complete my degree, so I was drawn to helping children grow in different areas as well!
Cultivate: What’s one of your favorite memories from volunteering with Cultivate?
Rachel: I recently volunteered at a Landscape Painting class and we only had two students show up. This small setting allowed the lead teacher and I to give more attention to each student when they asked for help and guidance, as well as help cultivate a more relaxed working environment. It was awesome to see each of their ideas come to life as I drew alongside them.
Cultivate: How do you practice or participate in art?
Rachel: I am going to be entering my senior year at Kendall College of Art and Design where I am getting my BFA in Painting. My favorite forms of art to create include drawing, painting and scrapbooking/collaging!
Cultivate: Are there any artists that have been inspiring you lately?
Rachel: I love to use Instagram to find new artists! Some that have been inspiring to me include @geosartstuff, @latenightsart, and @amina.illustration.
Please see and support Rachel's art practice and work on instagram - @rachel_h_art
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