An eclectic collection of artwork created by students at Columbus, East and West high schools in Waterloo, ArtShare Premier unveiled more than 50 pieces of art, adorning the credit union's lobby with paintings, drawings, photography, jewelry and pottery.

"ArtShare provides a chance for the parents and the community to see art created in the Waterloo high schools," said Larry R. Skeries, an art teacher at Columbus . "It gives the students an opportunity to view their artwork framed and displayed."

Veridian sent the two-dimensional artwork to Heritage Art Gallery for framing and will display them at its Ansborough, Lafayette and Martin Plaza branches for a year. When the collection is replaced, the framed artwork will be returned to the students.

Veridian Credit Union, founded in 1934 in Waterloo , Iowa , is a not-for-profit financial cooperative owned by its members. The credit union offers a full range of consumer financial services and employs more than 425 Iowans throughout 23 branches, including 14 in the Cedar Valley, Independence and Oelwein. For more information, visit www.veridiancu.org or call (800) 235-3228.

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For Immediate Release
February 3, 2009

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Larry Skeries: Columbus High School art teacher

Xavier Jordan: East High School student

Toni Gallen: Columbus High School student

Zach Everett: West High School student