Through classroom and museum experiences, students will learn how artists use abstraction to explore a variety of topics, such as color, shape, materials, emotions, identity, resilience, and cultural pride. Through guided observation, they will sketch patterns, note meaningful symbols, and respond to reflection prompts in their sketchbooks.

While viewing Reimagine African American Art, they will take photos of textures, color palettes, and details that resonate with them. This experience will help students build a personal visual vocabulary to inform their own symbolic and expressive artwork. 

TAt the conclusion of the three lessons, students will create a mixed-media silhouette filled with layers of material and shapes. This silhouette will express a positive personal story highlighting resilience and courage.

This lesson is in support of Reimagine African American Art galleries.