Harlem Renaissance Children’s Mural Event
By Hailey Stangebye
Photos by Kenny W.
Every person became an artist at the Harlem Renaissance Children’s Mural Event on Saturday, August 25.
Maybe it’s more accurate to say that each passerby discovered an inner artist who was present all along. With a little inspiration, paint and opportunity, the community brought an image of Martin Luther King Jr. to life.
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Children and parents alike picked up paint brushes to contribute to a larger-than-life portrait of Martin Luther King Jr. By the end of the morning, the painting was complete.
The initial sketch, which was used as a guideline for the painters, was created by local artist Marshall Shorts.
In addition to the mural, children also had the opportunity to color in specially-made coloring books. Each page introduced one of the heroes of the Harlem Renaissance.
The completed mural will remain on display at the the MLK library branch. Not only does it honor Martin Luther King Jr., it also serves as a reminder of this moment in time when the community came together to create something beautiful.
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