Portraits for Social Justice
A Visual Arts Residency for Grades 3-12
Teaching Artist: Paige Ahlenius
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In this five-session residency, students will explore the life and legacy of a historical social justice leader. Through painting and illustration, they will create their own portraits and write a personal pledge to carry on their leader’s mission. By studying their leader’s history, accomplishments, and traits, students will reflect on their own strengths and how to use them to create positive change. The residency culminates in a meaningful portrait that celebrates both the leader’s impact and the students’ creativity and self-reflection.
Requirements: Worktables or large open space for students to work. Artist needs 15 – 20 minutes to set up supplies for the workshop. If two or more workshops are scheduled, students need to come to the room where the artist is. Teachers must be present at all times during workshops.
To schedule this program, use the scheduling button below or:
Phone: 816-531-4022
Email: booknow@kcya.org
Creative Discipline: Visual Arts
Maximum Audience Size: 30 students
Program Length: 45 minutes
Availability: Year-Round
Location: At Your School
Fees: $135 single, $200 each for 2 or more on the same day Materials Fee: $4 per student per residency ($20 total per student)
This is a five-session residency
The break between workshops must not exceed 90 minutes to receive the reduced rate
Title 1 Schools may qualify for funding assistance Learn More
Curriculum Connection: Fine Arts, Social Studies, STEM, Character Development
Photo Credit: Renee Mitchell from Unsplash
