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My Heart Belongs to KC
Growing up in Kansas City I have seen the different changes in our city’s landscape over time. With every change, Kansas Citians continue to take pride in the city and what it has to offer. For my front design I incorporated the Nelson Atkins Museum of art because art is important to me and to so many in the city. I also included elements from the Plaza and 18th & Vine tying in two areas that have diverse histories and areas that people gravitate towards. The J.C. Nichols memorial fountain is one of the most popular fountains we have in our City of Fountains. The 18th and Vine Historic Jazz District is a place where people gather for celebrations and entertainment. I included the Gem Theater, another landmark of the Vine District, because it stands out with its old school theater vibes. The two hands represent the diversity of the city.
For the back, I incorporated the Kauffman Center for Performing Arts because of its unique design, but also because it is a landmark location for performing arts. The arts have been instrumental to bringing people together in Kansas City. The Western Auto is a historical sign that is a known landmark for downtown. The Scout is a well-known statute that is strategically placed to look over the city and is also something that was used to pay homage to local Indigenous tribes. Lastly, I incorporated the Sky Stations because I feel as though they created a big change to our skyline and add a uniqueness that was not there before.
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Artist Spotlight

Ann Johnson
Ann Johnson is a Kansas City native, artist, and educator. She is an alumnus of Paseo High School. She received a Bachelor’s in Science in Art Education from University of Central Missouri and a Master’s of Arts in Education from the University of Missouri - Kansas City. Art has always been a part of her life and continues into her professional life as a high school art teacher in a local charter school. She enjoys working with different media and is never afraid to explore the infinite possibilities within her craft. Acrylic is one of her favorite mediums to work with because it allows her to create a variety of colors and textures on the canvas. She tends to use more vibrant rich colors in her work, sometimes creating a slightly abstract affect. In viewing her work you may notice different shades of pinks, blues, and purples within dynamic rich tones. Her subject matter varies depending on what is inspiring her at the moment.