Here are examples of permanent art made by a collaboration of artists and students who are a part of the process from design through completion.

   Concrete and ceramic tile signature bench, 8th grade gift, Deer Path Middle School, Lake Forest, IL, 2007

Bronze and mosaic tile panel by Braaksma Design,       Honey Creek, IA, 2008

Mosaic and ceramic tile mural at Stirling Hall, Lake Forest, IL, 2005

Cast concrete, glass and stone mural by

Braaksma Design, Ft. Collins, CO, 2008

Details from “The Secret Garden”, ceramic and mosaic bug cut-outs, Highland Park, IL, 2007

Cast bronze and mosaic tile retaining wall,

Elawa Park, Lake Forest, IL  2005

Ceramic tile, cast concrete, aluminum sign,

CROYA Youth Center, Lake Forest, Illinois, 2007

Permanent works of art include murals, fences, paving, sculptures, benches and retaining walls for public spaces made of materials such as ceramics, mosaic, bronze, steel and concrete.  Students and teachers learn the processes and techniques used to create enduring works of art for inside or outside of buildings.  Projects are site specific and start at $5,000.00.

These are some examples of projects created by artist Janet Austin in collaboration with schools, community centers and other artists.  Click on images to enlarge and see details.

8th Grade Art Legacy Project,

Lake Forest Country Day School, 2007, 2008

Concrete bench, Sheridan School, Lake Forest, IL 2003