“There’s no such thing as neutral education. Education either functions as an instrument to bring about conformity or freedom.” – … More
Category: Art History
Sanctuary
The origin of the word sanctuary is connected to physical and spiritual spaces (such as shrines, tabernacles and pooja rooms) … More
Poetics of Protection
Masks are an art form with utilitarian roots dating back to prehistoric times. They have significance in practically every culture … More
Resilient Vessels
Beverly Buchanan’s shack sculptures are research-based architectural representations, which symbolize the cultural identity and experiences of the Southern working class. … More
Fröbel’s Gifts, Noguchi’s Playgrounds
If you are not listening to the 99% Invisible podcast, I highly recommend that you start! Two of the episodes … More
Portraying Pedagogy’s Progression
What do artistic representations of classrooms, teaching and learning tell us about how a society’s positions on pedagogy have progressed … More
Arftully Grieving
It is incredibly difficult to develop socially, emotionally and cognitively in a culture that experiences daily doses of trauma and … More
Bridging the Gap, Crossing the Bridge
Black lives matter. Tragically, it is clear that the United States of America has a problem understanding this. The nation’s … More
The Gallery as the School?
The commercial art world is steeped in capital, class structure and consumerism, but is there any redeeming value outside of … More
The Educators: A Zine Series
The Educators is an ongoing illustrated compendium of individuals who have made contributions to the field of education, especially regarding … More