Phoenix has applied to attend Syracuse Summer College 2D Art Studio this summer and is raising funds for her program fees. Can you help?
Phoenix
Phoenix
Interest:
Fine Arts
Grade:
10th
School:
East Hartford High School
Location:
East Hartford
Successfully funded on April 19th, 2018!
Fully funded!
$3,110 raised
$0 to go
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Phoenix
Phoenix's Story

My passion is art. Growing up, I would always help out my art teacher. She was very supportive of the creations I'd bring to her. During middle school, I became more passionate about the arts. I started watching more cartoons, sci-fi, and even old rubber hose animation. Then I realized that drawing was my true talent. It was always there. I just didn't see it at first. I started working harder and now I've become a stronger artist.

Syracuse Summer College 2D Studio Art will be good for me because it seems to have a very diverse group of students. I love meeting new people and visiting new areas. I think it can help me get out of my comfort zone. I also think it can teach me new skills, so that I can try new things and help expand on my own passion. Lastly, I think it can help me to become more independent and see a whole new world of opportunity.

Elisabeth
A Note from Ms. Pertesis, Phoenix's Teacher

Phoenix has a passion for learning and experimentation within the arts. She has completed multiple art courses at the high school level and is eager to learn more in this area. Phoenix is a very passionate person when it comes to creativity and the exploration of the arts. I have known Phoenix since she was in Kindergarten, and she often used art as her outlet. Over the last few years, she began her own artistic endeavors by drawing daily in a sketchbook, creating whimsical characters and brightly covered pages full of imagination. She will greatly benefit from Syracuse Summer College 2D Studio Art.

Campaign Activity
Phoenix
Phoenix posted an update
August 7
Goodbye 2

More art from the exhibition. This was done with acrylic paint.

Down the rabbit hole.
Down the rabbit hole.
Together friends
Together friends
Bloomed out
Bloomed out
Phoenix
Phoenix posted an update
August 7
Goodbye 1

Since I had so many pictures this will be uploaded in segments. So this is my exhibition for art. Sorry its kinda late.

art format at exhibition 1
art format at exhibition 1
art exhibition format 2
art exhibition format 2
these two are my comic characters Babs and Mason
these two are my comic characters Babs and Mason
Phoenix
Phoenix posted an update
July 26
I got soaked

SO yesterday I went to Niagara falls on a field trip. And let's just say I got totally soaked. Hope you like the picture I took.

Please don't crush me......
Please don't crush me......
Hi Canada!
Hi Canada!
Look at those waves.!
Look at those waves.!
Phoenix
Phoenix posted an update
July 24
Sketchy sketchy time!

So here are some of my sketches from school. Hope you likey.

Phoenix
Phoenix posted an update
July 16
I'm here and alive!

Sorry there hasn't been many updates. I am at Syracuse and I'm alive - with some new photos too!

Messy little area. Don't let Grandma see!
Messy little area. Don't let Grandma see!
Alice Walker flowers sketches.
Alice Walker flowers sketches.
Phoenix
Phoenix posted an update
May 18
Thank you!

Thank you to all my family members, and old and new friends that have donated to my campaign. I've worked on many projects. And can't wait to go to Syracuse Summer College 2D Art Studio. I wish I could thank you all personally. I really do. Thank you all so much.

Cover art I did
Cover art I did
Phoenix
Phoenix posted an update
May 14
Thank You!!

Thank you! Thank you is all I can say. Thank you to the family members, old friends and new friends that have donated to me. Your kindness is greatly appreciated. I'm very excited to go to my program and start a new adventure.

Success! Ms. Pertesis helped Phoenix raise $3,110
April 19
Dalio Foundation donated $179
April 19

Congratulations on reaching your goal! The Dalio Foundation is proud to provide support as you discover your passions and pursue your dreams.

Mary Dzen donated $50
April 16

Follow your dreams Phoenix !!!
Enjoy this experience 💖

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $50

Holly Hunt donated $20
April 5

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $20

Holly Hunt donated $40
April 5

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $40

Holly Hunt donated $100
April 5

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $100

Anonymous donated $25
March 31

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $25

Ellis Echevarria donated $50
March 30

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $50

Application Excellence Award from a Wishbone Sponsor donated $462
March 28

Your application essays were very thoughtful!

Christine Bantle donated $20
March 23

Reach for the stars Phoenix!!

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $20

Annette Finnegan donated $25
March 22

This is from aunt Mirtha, she wishes you the best!!!

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $25

Candace Morgester donated $15
March 22

Dream big, Phoenix!

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $15

Claire Newman donated $15
March 21

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $15

Carol Spinello donated $25
March 21

I learned about you from a friend and I was touched by your passion for learning. Good luck, Phoenix!

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $25

Paola Maina donated $20
March 21

While we don't know each other, your teachers/my colleagues describe you as someone I wish I had the chance to know. I hope my small donation helps.

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $20

Meredith Krauss donated $25
March 21

You are an excellent student and talented artist! Have a great time at camp!

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $25

Ms. Haist donated $15
March 21

Phoenix, you are such a beautiful young woman! I will always cherish being your 7/8th grade math (or art) teacher. Bless you, lady! May you go farrrr!!!

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $15

Lauren Persico donated $25
March 21

Good luck Phoenix! 🍀

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $25

Jennifer Kelly donated $50
March 21

Phoenix: You probably do not remember me, but I was your brother's 5th grade teacher. I used to speak with you frequently in the halls of your elementary school and every time we spoke, your enthusiasm for learning and the sparkle of your personality made me smile. I wish nothing but the best for you in pursuing your artistic dreams! Maybe Ms. Pertesis will show me some of your creations, as I would love to see them!

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $50

Christine Sposito donated $25
March 21

I really hope you raise enough money to go!!! You are an amazing young lady with so much talent!!!

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $25

Gloria Nicholson donated $25
March 21

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $25

Elisabeth Pertesis donated $25
March 21

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $25

Stephanie Pellegrino donated $20
March 21

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $20

Anonymous donated $25
March 21

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $25

Annette Finnegan donated $25
March 21

Lizzy has told me great things about Phoenix - she seems like an amazing young woman. I wish her all the best in her artistic endeavors!

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $25

Leah Finnegan donated $20
March 21

Money should never be the reason a person doesn't pursue their dream

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $20

Azua Echevarria donated $20
March 20

Go Phoenix!!!

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $20

John and Patty Karzar donated $50
March 20

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $50

Ashley Harris donated $30
March 20

I hope this helps Phoenix! I have seen your growth over the years and Mina and I are so proud of you!

Dalio Foundation matched this donation with $30

Student Contribution donated $99
March 19
Syracuse University
Syracuse University donated $800
March 19
Elisabeth
Ms. Pertesis started this campaign
March 19
Phoenix
Phoenix was accepted into Wishbone!
February 2