"I think a photography class should be a requirement in all educational programs because it
makes you see the world rather than just look at it." - Author Unknown
I can see so much value in that statement.
I'd love to be able to give a class of 7-12 year olds access to digital cameras and encourage them to show us their world. My girls often ask if they can use my camera. Sometimes I oblige with several conditions. (The strap MUST be worn at all times.) One of our girls is saving up for a point and shoot underwater camera. She really has a passion for it. Another of our younger girls loves to take detail shots of everything she sees. And yet another daughter (remember we've got 5 girls), she wants everyone to pose and have their picture taken.
Being around their creative mom has fed that in themselves. Granted, it's come in spurts and sputters. One child more than the others at times. But, being exposed to art and creativity is so important in children. I'm not going to elaborate on the value of the arts in general in our schools, rather simply say to parents...please foster opportunities for a different perspective in your children. The results might surprise you.
"I think a photography class should be a requirement in all educational programs because it makes you see the world rather than just look at it." - Author Unknown |