Abstract art to inspire science learning
"Biology", created for North Bergen High School, to stimulate interest in Science and Art. Students later interpreted the piece... see links for more information.
PROBLEM
It is a challenge to keep youth interested in learning math and science in a world of new tech and fast entertainment.
SOLUTION
I create abstract artwork for K-12 classrooms and educational organizations to help educators teach challenging topics. Each piece is designed to catch the "bored student's" attention, so that the teacher can capture the moment, and teach the hidden scientific message within the artwork. Each piece is free, because I believe U.S. educators and the education system deserve respect and support.
STUDENT REACTIONS
It is a challenge to keep youth interested in learning math and science in a world of new tech and fast entertainment.
SOLUTION
I create abstract artwork for K-12 classrooms and educational organizations to help educators teach challenging topics. Each piece is designed to catch the "bored student's" attention, so that the teacher can capture the moment, and teach the hidden scientific message within the artwork. Each piece is free, because I believe U.S. educators and the education system deserve respect and support.
STUDENT REACTIONS
CAN I GET ONE?
If you work in a math/science classroom, a nature park, or some kind of educational organization promoting math and science, request a short discussion now via email.
TERMS OF USE
All artwork is for educational use only. It is designed for an education facility (e..g. a school), so that students can see it from their seats or walking in a hallway. No sale is permitted by the teacher, by the facility, or anyone with access to the physical artwork.
RECIPIENTS Perhaps you?
Undisclosed Chemistry Class, Undisclosed Highschool, New York, New York
North Bergen High School, STEM Program, New Jersey
Saint Martin de Porres School, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Westfield High School, New Jersey
Webster Schroeder High School, Rochester, New York
Gowanda Middle School, Gowanda, New York
Bladensburg Waterfront Park, Maryland
12+ Foundation, www.12plus.org, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy, New Jersey
Madison High School, New Jersey
Edison High School, New Jersey
Undisclosed Chemistry Class, Undisclosed Highschool, New York, New York
North Bergen High School, STEM Program, New Jersey
Saint Martin de Porres School, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Westfield High School, New Jersey
Webster Schroeder High School, Rochester, New York
Gowanda Middle School, Gowanda, New York
Bladensburg Waterfront Park, Maryland
12+ Foundation, www.12plus.org, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy, New Jersey
Madison High School, New Jersey
Edison High School, New Jersey
ABOVE PHOTO: Dr. Solter (Superintendent), Jared Keshishian (District Supervisor of Science, Chemistry), Me, Mayor Nicholas J. Sacco, and Stephanie Stern-Protz (Coordinator of STEM Experience, Nasa Fellow). Also great meeting Ms. Garcia-Velasquez (Dir. of Mathematics) and talented David Enrico (Physics, Engineering). Shout out to @daynasessa for connecting me.
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"All Questions Lead to Science" for Saint Martin de Porres School's first science lab, graciously funded by the Loftus family. Thank you to Development Director, Leni Mayorga (above photo left), and Coordinator, Kelly Barone (above photo right), for bringing me into the school and allowing me to share science with the student. Thank you to teacher Ralph Price (photo in classroom) and principal Sister Nancy Fitzgerald for supporting the school. Thank you to Maria Klushina (topmost photo) for making the contact. February 2016. Photo credit: Maritali.com or instagram @dimmimaria.
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"Plant Cell vs. Animal Cell" for Lara Rinaldi's (right photograph) assisted education class, at Westfield High School, Westfield, New Jersey. Thank you to Lara's class assistants, Principal Peter Renwick, Mary, and Andrea Lo! January 2016.
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"Wetlands" for the lovely Bladensburg Waterfront Park. This park gives free boat tours and has lots of kayaks, besides supporting the plants and animals that call it home. Big thanks to Director/Park Naturalist Robert Walker for the original correspondence on nature and the educational goals of the park. Further thanks to Tour Guide/Art Teacher Jordan Shackleford (photographed left). Thanks to my sister for connecting me with Rob in the first place! July 2015.
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"T (tau)" for Webster Schroeder High School, in Rochester, N.Y., and groovy physics teacher, Ms. Metz Miller. Thank you to Richard Metz for the connection. March 2015.
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"Tree of Squares" for Gowanda Middle School, science teacher, Mrs. Sarver. A beautiful, diverse school, with 30% of students Native American, located outside of Buffalo, NY. Thank you Darin Johnson for the connection. November 2014.
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Creative Director for 12plus, Sarah Kim, and myself. "Sum Series" for 12plus.org, a non-profit organization stimulating student achievement and aspiration beyond 12th grade, Philadelphia, PA. Thanks to Facebook for connecting me with 12plus. October 2014.
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"XX vs. XY" aka "The battle of the sexes" for Mr. Murtagh, biology teacher at Edison High School, NJ. Thanks to Huan Nguyen for connecting me with Mr. Murtagh.
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"Density" for Mr. Corey Fineman, Conceptual Honors Physics Teacher, Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy, Elizabeth, New Jersey. Thanks to Joreen Baquilod for linking me up with Mr. Fineman. August 2014.
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"Abstract Cochlea" for Mr. Blackman, physics teacher at Madison Highschool. Thank you to Facebook for the connection (Well done, social network!). April 2013.