The Manteca High
School mural project was envisioned and set in motion in 1996, by art
instructor Kirt Giovannoni, to revitalize the educational environment
for
students, teachers, administrators, parents, and the public, and to be
a visible substitute icon for destructive graffiti. As January
2007,
Manteca High School art students have completed 144 murals, each
measuring
7 feet by 8 feet, and depicts a famous piece of artwork throughout
history.
The expected outcome of the mural project each
year is for student artists to learn, and to appreciate many of the
world
famous masterpieces through a hands-on approach. Most
importantly,
the mural establishes a sense of permanence and a social voice in each
of their lives.
A book about the Manteca High Mural Museum--called
"American Profile, Hometown Heros" can be found at "American
Profile.com."
To view these Manteca High Murals--click below of
the following artist groups:
