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Black Excellence in the Arts
Join STAR in learning and appreciating Black artists in the past, present & future! Follow our 4 week collection of different art mediums and learn how art is a true expression of one's self.
Week 4
Analyzing and Appreciating Poetry
Poetry expresses a lot of emotions and can be seen as an extension of one's true self. Keep a look out for our video of our STAR kids and Staff reading poetry.
Week 3
The Healing Power of Drums
Drums are a large part of the African Diaspora culture and can be used for a variety of things such as music and medicine. Join us in listening to Mike Fair's live and past performances.
Healing Power of Drums with Mike Fair
A big thank you to Mr. Mike Fair for coming in and teaching us about the Healing Power of drums!
Week 2
Celebrating Influential Performers & Athletes who have changed the world through their performances on stage,
playing fields and film
Read about the contributions of each amazing artist in our slideshow below.
Week 1
Celebrating Female Artists/Activists, who had the courage to let their art speak on their behalf
Image collection, information, & narration produced by Louise Shields
Click view more to listen to the narration and see more art
Mother and child
Elizabeth Catlett
American Sculptor
1915-2012
Wall of Respect Mural
Barbara Jones-Hogu
Painter & Printmaker
1938 ~ 2017
The Harp
Augusta Savage (born Augusta Christine Fells)
Sculptor
1892-1962
The Kitchen Table Series
Carrie Mae Weems
April 20, 1953-
Tar Beach
Faith Will Jones
October 8, 1930-
Earth and Sky
Lorna Simpson
Photographer and Multimedia Artist
1960-