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Portraits of Black Excellence 2 : 4Day Paint & Learn Black Hist. Camp 8-12 Yrs.

In this 4-day craft camp students will learn how to make four mixed media, pop art, paintings on canvas depicting African-American historical figures while learning facts about their lives.
Stephanie Watkins
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5.0
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(67)
Class

What's included

4 live meetings
3 in-class hours

Class Experience

During this 4 session craft camp, I will lead students in creating mixed media, pop-art paintings of notable Black historical figures. Each weekly session will focus on one person who has made significant contributions to American society in celebration of Black History Month. I will show the students how to create colorful, mixed media, pop art portraits in the likeness of each historical figure. Students will paint backgrounds with vibrant acrylic paint reminiscent of Andy Warhol's work. They will layer the painting with a photo (print out provided) of the featured historical figure, 3-D paint, newspaper print & printed quotes. Students will have the option to include more elements for added texture such as rhinestones, buttons, yarn and magazine clippings. Because of the collage technique we will be using, students will not have to know how to draw in order to produce beautiful, powerful, artistic pieces. 

We will apply this same mixed-media, collage painting technique to a portrait of each featured person. Consequently, students will grow in their artistic expression across all four paintings.

While we create and wait for paint to dry, I will share some interesting facts about the featured historical figure. We will explore his/her childhood, rise to fame, positive contributions to society, and family life where applicable. All the information will be age-appropriate with the aim of honoring the person's memory and whetting the students' appetites for learning about Black History.

The following is the order I will execute the craft camp including listing the historical figures. I will introduce to the students as we craft and learn. I have highlighted a few of their accomplishments that the students will learn about.

Session 1-  Ida B. Wells
Camp attendees will learn how to make a mixed media, collage, painting featuring Ida B. Wells who was a investigative journalist, speaker, educator, civil  and women’s rights advocate.  

Session 2- Benjamin Banneker
Camp attendees will learn how to make a mixed media, collage, painting featuring Benjamin Banneker who was a surveyor, almanac author, farmer and landowner.

Session 3- Mary McLeod Bethune
Camp attendees will learn how to make a mixed media, collage, painting featuring Mary McLeod Bethune who an educator, humanitarian, women/civil rights activist, philanthropist, who founded schools for African-American children.

Session 4- A. Philip Randolph
Camp attendees will learn how to make a mixed media, collage, painting featuring A. Philip Randolph who was an organizer, labor advocate for African-American porters, labor unionist and civil rights activist.

Learning Goals

Camp attendees will learn how to paint on canvas.
Camp attendees will learn how to use vibrant colors and negative/positive space when painting pop art.
Camp attendees will learn how to use diverse objects for texture.
Camp attendees will learn how to create collages. 
Camp attendees will learn how various facts about the lives of Ida B. Wells, Benjamin Banneker, Mary McLeod Bethune and A. Philip Randolph.
Camp attendees will learn facts about American History.
Camp attendees will learn the joy of crafting.
Camp attendees will learn artistic expression skills.
Camp attendees will work on fine motor skills.
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Parental Guidance
We will be covering historical figures throughout American history, in order to be accurate and give students a fuller understanding of the contributions made by these individuals, I will have to address racism and intolerance. I will do so in a very gentle and conscientious manner. My goal is to honor the memories of these individuals therefore, much of the focus will remain in the honoring.
Supply List
Photos of each historical figure will be provided one week prior to class.
Quotes of each history figure will be provided one week prior to class.
Supply list provided below.
 1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Benjamin Banneker by Ginger Wadsworth Benjamin Banneker: astronomer and mathematician by Laura Basket Litwin Hand in hand: Ten Black men who changed America by Andrea Davis Pinkney Eternal Vigilance: The Story of Ida B. Wells-Barnett Ida B. Wells by Diane Bailey Ida B. Well: Mother of the Civil Right Movement by Dennis Brindell Fradin and Judith Bloom Fradin Who was Ida B. Wells: The Daring Life of a Crusading Journalist by Philip Dray Mr. Black Labor; The Story of A. Philip Randolph, Father of the Civil Rights Movement by Daniel S. Davis A Philip Randolph, Pioneer of the Civil Rights Movement by Paula F. Pfeffer Mary McLeod Bethune: Voice of Black Hope by Milton Meltzer Mary McLeod Bethune: Pioneering Educator by Amy Robin Jones biography.com wikipedia.com
Joined August, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I present my historical information on my lived experience as an African-American in the United States of America coupled with my masters degree in social work which has allowed me to  study the affects of historical events and laws in the United States of America on its citizens. My masters degree has also trained me to handle and manage difficult situations, sensitive information and empower marginalized groups in America. Because of my passion for history, educating young minds and accuracy, I spend hours on researching and crafting each class that I offer and work hard to represent marginalized voices in my classes. 

I have also taken undergraduate courses in African-American history under expert professors. I have over 10 years of teaching in and outside of the the traditional classroom. I have 10 years of professional experience working with primarily African-American youth in foster care which equipped me to handle delicate matters with professionalism and tact. Cumulatively, I possess over twenty years of experience working with and teaching youth of all ages. I have worked as a childcare worker, case manager, teacher, homeschool parent and have volunteered many hours in children's programs. I am also an avid crafter with sewing skills. All of these qualifications have lended themselves to me successfully teaching African-American history on Outschool with excellent reviews from parents and consistent 5-star ratings.

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$12

weekly

1x per week, 4 weeks
45 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-12 learners per class

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