Mural Time

Murals are a great way to build community, not only with the people at your school, but with the audience all around you! Christian and the students begin by working on a small scale using sketching, painting, and/or multimedia. Students then transfer their work to a larger surface, giving them time to practice their drawing and painting skills. Christian transfers the student designs onto the wall and then works with students while they complete the final version. These murals can be designed by the students, by the educators, or by the artist. Use a mural to engage your students and your community! Design and material decisions will be made by the school and the artist during planning. Supply and preparation fees will depend on the space, Christian works with each school to determine the right process and materials for their site.

This program offered by: Christian Barrios

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If you have questions or would like to request this program, please contact programs@artsforlearningnw.org.

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Details

Program Model: In Class

Art Form: Visual Art

Curriculum Connections: Character Education, Community Building, Language Arts, Mathematics, Physical Education, Science, Social Justice, Social Studies, Social-Emotional Learning, World Cultures

Grades: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Adult, K

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Min. Residency Sessions/Classroom: 3

Christian Barrios

About the Artist

Christian Barrios

Christian J. Barrios was born in Mexico City where he learned the art of ceramic painting in the historic Talavera tradition at a young age through his family’s business. At the age of 16 he moved to the United States and later studied under master marquetry artist Gene Zanni. During this time he also studied painting, paper mache and photography. Christian is an active participant in the Oregon and Washington Latino art scene, with exhibitions at the Portland Art Museum, Portland State University, The Dalles Art Center, Concordia University and many others throughout both states. Christian’s work can be found in private collections in Mexico, Canada, California, Oregon and Washington. He currently works with the Regional Arts and Culture Council’s Right Brain Initiative and the Hombres Honor Program at Hillsboro High School.

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Program Costs

Program costs are based on a variety of different factors including number of sessions, planning hours needed and material costs. Please contact Arts for Learning NW at programs@artsforlearningnw.org for help determining the actual cost of your programs.

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