This interactive cultural enrichment workshop is a perfect aid for social studies as well as art teachers who would like to acquaint their students with the aesthetics and history of West Africa through a fashion and accessories presentation.
It explores West African fashion and accessories through a display of authentic garments worn by liberated Africans and a mini fashion show of contemporary West African fashions presented by volunteer participants.
* Optional Fashion Illustration Residency for high school juniors & seniors is available upon request. Cost includes artist's fees and materials. Inquire about cost quote and details for a group size larger than the stated maximum and for the fashion designing component
Keywords
1.) Cultural Diversity 2.) Art Instruction 3.) Social Studies / History
Categories
Visual Arts (VA)
Exploratory Enrichment Subject Area
N/A
Grades
K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Location
In School
Cost
$850.00
per Workshop
$850/89-min. single or $825 - multiple/Residency $425 each 45-min. workshop; cost includes artist's fee and materials
