We were fortunate to have Oscar Mokame visit our school recently. He is the founder of the Museum of African Culture in Portland. He performed a "cleansing ritual" to the beat of his drummer. The performance was intense! He also discussed the roles masks and other objects play in African cultures. 
The visiting artist was funded through a grant from Fairpoint Communications and our own Fine Arts booster club.
ReplyDeleteMr. Hamm,
ReplyDeleteWhat great students artworks! The masks and the crafts/jewelry are my favorites! Your facilities are quite awesome. What a wonderful environment to immerse students in creativity.