In the 1950s and 60s, assemblage art helped to transform the cultural landscape by creating a strong visual representation of institutional discrimination, civil unrest, and growing political activism. We will examine the artwork of some of the African American artists involved in the forefront of this movement.
Participants will create a piece of assemblage art. Assemblage pieces will be provided, however, participants are encouraged to bring their own small "found' objects. Shawn Henderson will take inspiration from artists featured in the Norton’s current exhibition, For the Record: Celebrating Art by Women.
$5 Members, $10 non-Members, limited to 20 participants.
Instructor's bio: Shawn Henderson
Shawn Riddle Henderson was born in Los Angeles and raised in a creative household during a period of artistic renaissance in southern California. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Education from Emory University, a Master of Fine Arts from Florida Atlantic University, and a Master of Science in Psychological Studies from Nova Southeastern University.
Ms. Henderson is a guidance counselor at Bak Middle School of Arts in West Palm Beach, Florida, and has taught drawing, painting, ceramics, and sculptures for 14 years. As an artist and educator, she believes there is a direct correlation between arts education and academic achievement. She also believes that the inherent healing power of the creative process of art leads to self-awareness, stress reduction, and restorative healing.
