Education
Founded in 1823 by a group of artists who wished to break away from the
convention of the Royal Academy, the society still has a forward- looking
attitude and uncompromisingly high standards.
With the awarding of the annual British
School at Rome Scholarship for drawing, plus the now established Debate,
the RBA is active and influential in art education at all levels. This includes
junior schools, assisting and maintaining links with schools applying for
specialist college status in the visual arts, colleges and universities.
The importance of creativity in all aspects of the curriculum, at all levels
of study is of vital significance for not only does it lead to better results,
it is a basic instinct of every child, irrespective of race or religion,
and if nurtured will lead to greater tolerance, understanding and respect
for each others ideas and cultural background. It is also vital to the economy
of this country.
NATIONAL CHILDRENS EXHIBITION
In the past two years,
the Society, in partnership with Astor College for the Arts has mounted
a national exhibition of students work alongside the RBA Annual Exhibition.
To read more click here
or here
NATIONAL CHILDRENS SCULPTURE COMPETITION
The RBA in association with the Robert Bowman Trust have supported the National Childrens Sculpture Competition. The RBA President Cav. Romeo Di Girolamo was one of the three judges of last years competition and arranged for all the the work of the finalists to be exhibited alongside RBA members work at the Annual Exhibition. Cav. Romeo Di Girolamo will also be a judge of this years competition.
To learn more about the competition visit the Robert Bowman Trust's website.
To read an article about the competition from the Times Educational Supplement
click here
ANTONIA'S PLAYGROUND
A sculpture court created at the Medway Maritme Hospital, Gillingham by
Megan di Girolamo and students of the RBA affiliated sculpture course at
Aylesbury College, to celebrate the spirit and joy of youth.
