Emily Read
Visual
Specialities: Murals, Nature-focused art, Outdoor Art-making, Painting
Contact Info
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Resides in
Sir Wilfrid Laurier
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Experience working with
Student In
- Early childhood
- Cycle 1 Elementary
- Cycle 2 Elementary
- Cycle 3 Elementary
- Secondary 1 & 2
- Secondary 3 & 4
- Secondary 5
- CEGEP
- Senior Citizens
Lifelong Learners
- Adult Learners
I regularly explore the following Broad Areas of Learning/Themes in my work
- Health and Wellbeing
- Environmental Awareness and Consumer Rights and Responsibilities
- Citizenship and Community Life (Identity & Belonging)
I've received CHSSN Mental Health Initiative training for:
- Youth
- Children & Pre-teens
Listed in the Quebec Culture in the Schools Repertoire
- Yes
I can facilitate virtual creative experiences
- Yes
Travel
- I am available for travel within the same day
- I am available for travel overnight
- An extended residency is an option
As an artist, I explore the complex relationship between humans and nature. To help the vulnerable and the voiceless is what motivates me. For example, my current series “Not So Hopeless” represents successful initiatives saving endangered animals from extinction.
As a teacher, I get a lot of satisfaction out of guiding students through expressing themselves through art. I believe in developing unique and engaging projects that motivate students to create their own unique works of art.
As a teacher, I get a lot of satisfaction out of guiding students through expressing themselves through art. I believe in developing unique and engaging projects that motivate students to create their own unique works of art.
Creative Approach and Experiences Offered
Specialization: Painting, Murals, Collective ProjectsMURALS
Turn those blank school walls into something beautiful and meaningful! Students will create a mural to express themselves and develop a sense of community. The inspiration is sparked by the students and I guide them to bring their idea to reality as they leave their mark on the school.
Not just limited to walls - I have done projects where students paint on shipping containers, tables, chairs and bulletin boards. Let’s transform your school together!
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SIZE
Artists Inspire
- covers a simple small mural roughly 8x8 feet
Combined funding
- larger more complex projects are possible with funding from the school and or Culture in the Schools
SUPPLIES
- school must provide funding for the cost of paint ($100-$500 depending on project)
- artist will bring everything needed to create the mural
One-Day Event Description
Live Collaborative MuralA collaborative mural combining the artist’s realistic style with students' paintings. Following the themes of animals, nature, positivity, and education.
1) View into an Artist’s Profession
Students will:
- See a quick video that introduces the artist and their work
- Ask the artist questions about their work and profession
- See the artist create live on the spot a professional artwork
2) Interactive Student Component
Students will:
- Paint a section of the mural dedicated to the students (guided by the artist)
The end result will be a mural that will beautify the school and engage students for years to come!
Max Size: 8x8 feet"
0-30 students per group
Multimedia Links (copy paste web address into your browser to view):
Artist's Professional Work: https://muralist.ca/
Workshops: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k21UtinMq3A
The amount of hours with the students will vary for production time per project and design. Estimated to be about 2-3 hours.
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Primary School Workshops
High School Workshops