Cydra Vaux facts for kids
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Cydra Robinson Vaux
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| Born | 28 June 1962 Utah
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| Died | 13 July 2013 (aged 51) |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | Seton Hill University |
| Known for | Sculpture |
Cydra Robinson Vaux (born June 28, 1962 – died July 13, 2013) was a talented American sculptor and art teacher. She was known for creating beautiful sculptures, especially of female figures, using materials like terracotta. Cydra also taught art to young students.
About Cydra Vaux
Cydra R. Vaux was born in Utah on June 28, 1962. She lived in Minneapolis until she was five years old. Then, her family moved to California, where they stayed for two years.
When Cydra was seven, her family moved to Pittsburgh. She lived there through high school. Cydra went to Seton Hill University. She earned a degree in theater in 1985.
Cydra's Art and Teaching Career
In 1995, Cydra returned to Seton Hill University. She studied to become an art teacher. From 2000 to 2013, Cydra worked as an art teacher. She taught at Shadyside Academy Junior School.
Cydra's sculptures often showed the female figure. She used terracotta, which is a type of clay. Her art was inspired by traditional and art history.
Her sculptures were shown in many places. These included the Brooklyn Museum and the American Jewish Museum. Her art was also displayed at the Three Rivers Arts Festival and the Manchester Craftsmen's Guild. Many galleries in Pittsburgh also showed her work.
Cydra Vaux passed away on July 13, 2013. She died from breast cancer.
Awards and Recognition
Cydra Vaux received several awards for her art and teaching. She was also recognized for her contributions to the art world.
- Vivian Lehman Award for Portraiture: Cydra won this award in 2010. It was given by the Society of Sculptors at the American Jewish Museum in Pittsburgh.
- Fulbright Hays Grant: In 2009, she received a grant to study art in Brazil. This helped her learn about art and society there.
- Teaching Fellowship: Cydra received funding in 2005 to visit art sites in India. She explored places where artists worked with clay and stone.
- Women In Art Symposium: In 2005, Cydra was asked to speak at a special event. It was about women in art at Seton Hill University.
- Pittsburgh First Night: In 2000, Cydra led a group of women. They made a lantern for a community art project in Pittsburgh.
