Abstract

This session showcases the ways in which high school students at an independent school in Brooklyn, NY identified urgent issues in their school community and created publicly engaging art projects to raise awareness and confront them. Through an explanation of the project, a slideshow of contemporary artists students explored, and student artwork spotlights, this session highlights ways in which art can affect change for students impacted by issues ranging from anxiety and stress to racism and environmental concerns.

Presenters

Laura Beiles Coppola
The Charles, ’52 and Valerie Diker Chair of Visual Arts, Visual Arts, Poly Prep Country Day School, New York, United States

Details

Presentation Type

Creative Practice Showcase

Theme

The Arts in Social, Political, and Community Life

KEYWORDS

Community, Art, Social Practice, Social Issues, Activism

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