Arts Magnet Students Go Sole Searching
I just returned from visiting with Lolly Tompkin’s visual arts class at Booker T. Washington High School.
They are working with us on our SOLE SISTERS Film Project by interpreting woman’s stories through their artwork. I am overwhelmed by the talent and visual depth these students possess.
Their assignment was to work with a woman close to them, in their life whether it be their mother, sister, friend or role model, to choose a story that exemplified a personal experience told through that woman’s shoes. It is always nerve wrecking to have your art critiqued or even documented, but these students were well spoken in their descriptions about their inspirations, concepts and execution of their final projects.
These high school students dug deep into the psyches of these women and produced amazingly profound and sincere art. Many of the stories moved me to tears. Others put a smile on my face. Once again, the shoe proves to be an overlooked accessory that transcends age, gender and background that touches everyone’s sole.
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