Teen artists portrayed their lives — some adults didn't want to see the full picture
Summary
Teen artists showcased their views on life today through art exhibits at the American University Museum and the Smithsonian Folklife Festival. These exhibits featured artwork on topics like self-doubt, school lockdowns, and protests, helping people see the issues teenagers face.Key Facts
- Teen artists created art showing their lives and concerns in two exhibits in Washington, D.C.
- One exhibit, "The Teen Experience," is at the American University Museum until August 10.
- The Museum of Contemporary American Teenagers (MoCAT) organized these events but doesn't have a physical building.
- Art topics included school lockdowns and self-image, depicted through various art forms.
- A specific installation featured a school classroom with an emergency lockdown announcement.
- MoCAT was started because teens' cultural contributions are often overlooked.
- At the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, teens created art live, which focused on current issues like climate change and gun violence.
- Teen artist Flair Doherty highlighted themes in a mural that addressed college stress, protests, and the pandemic.
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