Painting and Drawing
Filling a blank canvas can be a daunting task. But it can also reveal each student’s individuality and complexity, regardless of her level of traditional “artistic ability.” Over time, students’ resistance to revealing themselves eases and they embrace the challenge of expressing their emotions, personalities, and perceptions through art.
Photography
Care Center students study photography at Hampshire College and with local photographers. In the process of shooting and editing photos, young mothers learn a set of “rules” and experiment with breaking them. They make choices. Should the background be sharp or soft? Should the subject be centered? How does the direction of light affect the image? In asking and answering these questions, students learn to trust their own unique perspective.
3D Art
Three-dimensional art is varied and exciting at The Care Center. Students create masks, design jewelry, fold origami, and sculpt clay. Seeing a sculpture through to completion can require weeks of planning and commitment. Whether the process is calming, exciting, or even frustrating for a student, the feeling of accomplishment is always invaluable.
