A new mural at Fayetteville Technical Community College celebrates the spirit of the school through its dedication to a diverse student body and its commitment to the employment needs of the community.
The design team made each decision about artistic elements and colors with purpose. FTCC art instructor Katharine (Katey) Morrill began sending emails out on the idea in January. Sandy Ammons, executive director of the FTCC Foundation, applied for the initial grant and maneuvered expertly when additional funds became necessary.
FTCC alumna and artist Britney Deveault, who painted two other murals on campus, returned to lead the design collaboration. Three art students volunteered over 45 hours to complete the project. They contributed their time with no financial or grade compensation, outside of school hours and away from family. The result: A big, colorful, cheerful mural that, through art, shows FTCC’s contributions to its students and our community…