Playful Spaces
Inspired Photography
Client
Gordon Parks Elementary
Location
Kansas City
ABOUT THE PROJECT
Gordon Parks Elementary utilizes project-based learning, arts integration, and STEAM education to foster a dynamic learning environment that nurtures students’ curiosity and encourages creative expression. Inspire! is an exciting and moving exhibition featuring photographs and images taken by Gordon Parks Elementary students, inspired by the powerful and socially conscious photography of Gordon Parks, the school’s namesake.
CHALLENGE
- Create engaging projects that teach students about the fundamentals of photography
- Partner with Gordon Parks Elementary and work with their students for an entire semester
- Build an exhibition for Inspire! that showcases the children’s work, creativity, and discoveries
Result: Inspired Photography
Held at the Kansas City Art Institute, INSPIRE! is a culmination of a school year project that introduces students to the work and legacy of Gordon Parks. He was a pioneering artist whose work has had a profound impact on American culture. Leaning into project-based learning, our team developed a pinhole camera project as well as a sun print project to help teach students about the “old school” principles of photography and light. We also designed and built the exhibition for this meaningful event.
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