Following the success of two mixed media art workshops conducted by Bakamuna for students of the Learning Support Unit of Lyceum International School, Nugegoda, the creative artwork was showcased at ‘The Artist in Me’.
The exhibition was held at Lyceum International School to celebrate the artistic talents of children with learning difficulties, recently.
The aim of the exhibition was to highlight the hidden talents of children who struggle to succeed in a standard classroom environment, through various forms of art, such as painting, sketching, photography and craft.As the Creative Partner of the event, Bakamuna conducted two mixed media workshops that encouraged the students to use a range of materials to create self-portraits.
The students were taught about how each person is different and has their own unique qualities and were allowed to portray themselves in their own way. Mixed Media integrates two or more artistic mediums such as ink and pastel or paint and collage in to a single composition and each child was given the opportunity to explore this form of art and create something that was relevant to them.
Bakamuna was also able to connect with the staff and contribute in terms of display ideas and advisory for the exhibition.
“We envision a world where differences are appreciated and strengths are highlighted, where children with different abilities grow in confidence and are empowered to reach their full potential,” said Head of Department, Special Education Needs, Ms. Vanessa Perera.
“It was an absolute pleasure to be a part of such a worthy cause,” said Bakamuna CEO Rochelle Bibile. “We were amazed and inspired by the level of talent and creativity displayed at the exhibition and we truly believe that this is just the beginning of some great creative careers,” she said.