Last year, Flat Rock Middle School’s art program garnered over 95 art awards; this year the tally is over 130. The program’s latest accomplishment includes numerous awards at the Peachtree City Kiwanis Art and Talent Show.

To see just what these students are capable of, one only need look at their website www.flatrockms.org/art/index.htm. Today from 4:30-6:30 p.m. teacher Jocelyn Rivard will participate in a meet the artist reception as part of her master’s thesis, featuring over 36 pieces of art reflecting Fayette County landscapes, in the gallery of the art building at the University of West Georgia. The gallery will be open through Friday, April 27 at 4 p.m. Pictured is one of Rivard’s pieces. Photo/Special.