"To name a specific place means that there is a story and a personal connection. When we know a place and traverse it back and forth, we get into the particulars of what kind of birds fly there, the plants that grow there, the weather patterns, and the people who exist there."

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"Fire kindles and illuminates. It brings warmth and regenerates. It goes from a small spark to a raging heat. It speaks to inspiration, passion, and the innovative mind. It gathers us to itself and mesmerizes, even as it is a powerful force."

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"Caring for a 75-year old legacy is no small task. There is great weight to it but also great hope; that we have inherited a past crafted by others, and we will eventually hand off a future to others coming after us."

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"Air carries with it a healthy amount of symbolism, including sustenance, breath, ambiance, life, hope, renewal, melody and tune, space and freedom. Alongside the theme of air, we will also explore the related and equally layered concept of openess."

"What a wonder our bodies are and in spite of all of the features that we have in common, our approach to life and interpretations, the way our synapses connect and store artistic knowledge and responses, are unique to each of us."

"Our human experience is defined by movement on several levels. We use our physical bodies to literally get us up in the morning and navigate the day, maybe after we’ve had that first cup of coffee. We exercise, sit, sleep, bend, stretch, hug. We express our emotions and share our values in physical, tactile ways."

"The materials used give direction, substance to react or respond to, and help artists both fail well and build confidence. And, as with most good games, playful improvisation and breaking the rules are key. Whatever your game of choice, we want to be your creative playground."