Above is a portrait of bell hooks that I painted for my ongoing series, The Educators. The quote, which is … More
Tag: activism
Artful Dissent and Empowerment Education
“There’s no such thing as neutral education. Education either functions as an instrument to bring about conformity or freedom.” – … More
Finding hope, exhibiting empathy and artfully learning through Quaranteens
My high school experience was largely defined by sociopolitical events. Freshman and sophomore years were book-ended by anxieties related to … More
Activating Art and Education for Activism
“Art isn’t functional.” Too often, I hear that statement (or a variation of it) when I engage in a conversation … More
Transcending Boundaries
Art transcends borders, which is evident from just a quick survey of gloabal art history. Ideas, movements, techniques, and materials … More